Solve
-The Diagonal of a Persian Rug Measures $26 \mathrm { ft }$

question 25

Multiple Choice

Solve.
-The diagonal of a Persian rug measures $26 \mathrm { ft }$ . The area of the rug is $240 \mathrm { ft } ^ { 2 }$ . Find the dimensions of the rug.

• A) 16 ft by 15 ft
• B) 120 ft by 120 ft
• C) 24 ft by 10 ft
• D) 20 ft by 12 ft

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