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Perimeter Challenge printable sheet
In each of the following problems, work out the perimeter of one small rectangle:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
Can you find the perimeter of this shape?
You may wish to try Perimeter Possibilities next.
With thanks to Don Steward, whose ideas formed the basis of this problem.
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