Area of Rectangle Word Problem Worksheets
In these free math worksheets, you will learn how to solve word problems that involve the area of rectangles.
How to solve the area of a rectangle word problem?
- Read and understand the problem. Identify the information given about the rectangle (length, width, or area).
Look for keywords: Words like “area,” “cover,” “space,” “total,” or “dimensions” often indicate an area problem.
Identify what you need to find: Is it the length, width, or the total area of the rectangle?
- Sketch the rectangle, if necessary, and extract the information.
Write down the given measurements: Length and width (or sometimes area) values should be clearly noted.
Make sure all measurements are in the same unit (e.g., centimeters, meters, inches).
- Apply the area formula: Area = Length × Width
Substitute the known values (length, width, area) into the formula and find the unknown.
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