Solve the Problem. -The Area of a Rectangular Piece of Cardboard Shown Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The area of a rectangular piece of cardboard shown is 860 square inches. The cardboard is used to make an open box by cutting a 4-inch square from each corner and turning up the sides. If the box is to have a
Volume of 1680 cubic inches, find the dimensions of the cardboard that must be used.

• A)20 inches by 43 inches
• B)24 inches by 47 inches
• C)16 inches by 39 inches
• D)12 inches by 31 inches

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