Chapter 0, Problem 46PR

To determine

The length of one side of a square.

Answer to Problem 46PR

  $a=4\text{ cm}$

Explanation of Solution

Given:

Perimeter $P=16$ cm

Formula used:

Perimeter of square

  $P=4a$

Where,

  $a=$ Length of one side

Calculation:

Perimeter of the square

  $\begin{array}{l}P=4a\\ 16=4a\\ a=\frac{16}{4}\\ a=4\text{ cm}\end{array}$

Conclusion:

Hence, the length of one side of a square is equal to the 4 cm.