how to find the area of an irregular shape using polynomials

x0leilax0

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Okay so i have an irregular shape and I have to find the area and perimeter of the shape given some dimensions.
mathpolynomial.jpg


So given those dimensions, which if you cannot see are 4x-1, 3x-5, x+1, x, 2x-1, 2x-2, and 2x how do i find the perimeter and area?
thank you!
 
x0leilax0 said:
Okay so i have an irregular shape and I have to find the area and perimeter of the shape given some dimensions.
mathpolynomial.jpg


So given those dimensions, which if you cannot see are 4x-1, 3x-5, x+1, x, 2x-1, 2x-2, and 2x how do i find the perimeter and area?
thank you!

Well, MY old eyes cannot SEE your diagram.

However, I have a suggestion.

Draws some vertical lines to divide your figure into three rectangles....by using the fact that opposite sides of a rectangle are equal in length, you should be able to come up with something useful.

If you want further help, please submit a diagram that is at least visible!!
 
You need to calculate side with missing length: you should get 3x - 6.
I'm not telling you how: too hard to refer to your unlabelled tiny diagram.

But I've given you enough to calculate perimeter and area.
 
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