I Have a Piece of Cardboard That Is Twice as Long

question 292

Multiple Choice

I have a piece of cardboard that is twice as long as it is wide. If I cut a 3-inch by 3-inch square from each corner and fold up the resulting flaps, I get a box with a volume of 240 cubic inches. What are the dimensions of the cardboard?

• A) 11 inches by 22 inches
• B) 10 inches by 20 inches
• C) 14 inches by 28 inches
• D) 12 inches by 24 inches
• E) 8 inches by 16 inches

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