Elias completely covered a square canvas using 77.8 in.² of fabric without any overlap. Which measurement is closest to the side length of this canvas in inches? A. 8 in. B.9 in. C. 19 in. D. 39 in.

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Answer:

B. 9 in

Step-by-step explanation:

The area covered by the fabric ([tex]A[/tex]) is represented by the following formula:

[tex]A = l^{2}[/tex]

Where [tex]l[/tex] is the side length of the canvas, measured in inches, and which is now cleared:

[tex]l = \sqrt{A}[/tex]

If [tex]A = 77.8\,in^{2}[/tex], then:

[tex]l = \sqrt{77.8\,in^{2}}[/tex]

[tex]l \approx 8.82\,in[/tex]

Which corresponds to option B.