Algebra: TEST 12 Free Response
Master algebra by calculating perimeter and area with expressions!
The rectangle below represents the dimensions of Joey’s bedroom. Write an expression in simplest form that represents the perimeter of his bedroom. Write an expression in simplest form that represents the area of his bedroom. Joey’s parents are remodeling their house and his NEW bedroom’s dimensions will be twice the dimensions of his current room. Write an expression in simplest form that represents the perimeter of his NEW bedroom. Write an expression in simplest form that represents the area of his NEW bedroom. If the value of x is 8 feet, what is the actual perimeter and area of Joey’s current bedroom and the actual perimeter and area of the NEW remodeled bedroom? Complete the table below. You do NOT need to include units. X Original NEW PERIMETER 56 112 AREA 192 768