To find the side length of a square when you know the perimeter, remember this rule:
A square has 4 equal sides.
So, to get one side, just
divide the perimeter by 4.
Let’s solve each problem step by step:
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1) Perimeter = 32 in
Side length = 32 ÷ 4 =
8 in
2) Perimeter = 64 yd
Side length = 64 ÷ 4 =
16 yd
3) Perimeter = 80 ft
Side length = 80 ÷ 4 =
20 ft
4) Perimeter = 52 ft
Side length = 52 ÷ 4 =
13 ft
5) Perimeter = 16 in
Side length = 16 ÷ 4 =
4 in
6) Perimeter = 8 yd
Side length = 8 ÷ 4 =
2 yd
7) Perimeter = 24 yd
Side length = 24 ÷ 4 =
6 yd
8) Perimeter = 48 ft
Side length = 48 ÷ 4 =
12 ft
9) Perimeter = 72 in
Side length = 72 ÷ 4 =
18 in
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All calculations checked and correct.
Final Answer:
1) 8 in
2) 16 yd
3) 20 ft
4) 13 ft
5) 4 in
6) 2 yd
7) 6 yd
8) 12 ft
9) 18 in
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of perimeter worksheet 5th grade.
