a.
The minimum length of wood George would need for ledges of gazebo.
a.
Answer to Problem 51PPS
The minimum length of wood that George should purchase for ledges is
Explanation of Solution
Given Information: Perimeter of gazebo is
Calculation:
Perimeter of an octagon
Side is
As each ledge needs to be
Length of each ledge
As there will be total
Total length of wood required for ledges
Thus, the minimum length of wood that George should purchase for ledges is
b.
To explain: The solution process used in previous part.
b.
Answer to Problem 51PPS
Multiplying length of one ledge by
Explanation of Solution
Given Information: Perimeter of gazebo is
First of all the length of the side from the rooftop point of view of gazebo was calculated using the formula of perimeter of octagon
c.
To write: Assumptions made in part
c.
Answer to Problem 51PPS
Assumption is made regarding George’s responsibility.
Explanation of Solution
Given Information: Perimeter of gazebo is
Calculation:
It has been assumed that George only has responsibility to make up the ledges and nothing else to cover up the
Thus, assumption is made regarding George’s responsibility.
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