18. The figure shows a design for an herb garden, with approximate measurements. Four identical plots of land in the shape of right triangles (shown lightly shaded). Use the moving and additivity principles to determine the area of the paths. 20 feet 20 feet 12 feet 8,5 feet 8.5 feet

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18. The figure shows a design for an herb garden, with approximate measurements. Four
identical plots of land in the shape of right triangles (shown lightly shaded). Use the
moving and additivity principles to determine the area of the paths.
20 feet
20 feet
12 feet
8,5 feet
8.5 feet
Transcribed Image Text:18. The figure shows a design for an herb garden, with approximate measurements. Four identical plots of land in the shape of right triangles (shown lightly shaded). Use the moving and additivity principles to determine the area of the paths. 20 feet 20 feet 12 feet 8,5 feet 8.5 feet
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