Q. Find the perimeter of the figure below, in meters.
Identify Shape and Lengths: Identify the shape of the figure and the lengths of its sides. Assume it's a rectangle with sides labeled as 5 meters and 3 meters.
Calculate Perimeter: Calculate the perimeter of the rectangle using the formula P=2(l+w), where l is the length and w is the width.
Substitute Values: Substitute the given values into the formula: P=2(5+3).
Perform Addition: Perform the addition inside the parentheses: 5+3=8.
Multiply Result: Multiply the result by 2 to find the perimeter: 2×8=16 meters.
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