Suppose you were given a length of string and an irregularly shaped piece from a jigsaw puzzle.How would you determine the perimeter of the piece of the jigsaw puzzle?(Perimeter is the distance around the outside edge of an object.)
2007-09-24 10:38:13 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Mathematics
The only way to determine the perimeter would be to tape one end of the string to a point on the outside of the jigsaw peice and slowly work your way around the outside of the piece with the rest of the string, being sure that it touches the piece all the way around to your starting point. Mark on the string where it meets the beginning again. Take it off the puzzle piece and measure it against a tape or ruler. (I am assuming you also have this). Finished!
2007-09-24 10:46:06 · answer #1 · answered by crrllpm 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Measure the lenght of the string.Then measure the sides as best as you can(WITH THE STRING)
2007-09-24 17:47:35 · answer #2 · answered by Jo 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋