homeowner has decided to fill in his in-ground pool because it is no longer used. Assume the pool is rectangular and measures 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, and 5.5 feet deep throughout. Each cubic yard of fill dirt costs $12. How much will it cost to fill in the pool? Assume that he must purchase full cubic yards only, even if that means buying more than he needs.

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A homeowner has decided to fill in his in-ground pool because it is no longer used. Assume the pool is rectangular and measures 20 feet wide, 40 feet long, and 5.5 feet deep throughout. Each cubic yard of fill dirt costs $12. How much will it cost to fill in the pool? Assume that he must purchase full cubic yards only, even if that means buying more than he needs.

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20 feet wide (W)

40 feet long (L)

5.5 feet deep (D)

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