Enrique has 4 strips of unfinished molding that he wants to use to frame the two pictures. Each strip is 36 inches long.

Assuming there is no wastage or overlap of molding, what is the minimum length of molding, in inches, Enrique still requires to frame both the pictures? Show your work and explain your reasoning in complete sentences.

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Enrique has 4 strips of unfinished molding that he wants to use to frame the two pictures. Each strip is 36 inches long.

Assuming there is no wastage or overlap of molding, what is the minimum length of molding, in inches, Enrique still requires to frame both the pictures? Show your work and explain your reasoning in complete sentences.

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

I'm confused on the wording of this question. Is it asking about the remaining dimensions?

anonymous · Answer

Find the total perimeter of both picture frames and add it. The how much molding will you need is that. The strips only come in 36" each so you need to get enough to cover it all plus you'll have some left.

anonymous · Answer

Awesome, Thanks for clearing that up!