Work the following area application problem. You wish to paint a storage shed. Its four walls measure 5 ft. high and 8 ft. wide each. If one gallon of paint covers 160
sq. ft., how many gallons of paint will you need?
Gallons of paint required =

a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4

a. 1

Step-by-step explanation:

There are 4 walls in total, and each wall measures 5ft high, 8ft wide

5 × 8=40 ft² for each wall

4×40=160 ft² for 4 walls

stated one gallon cover 160 ft²

160 ÷ 160=1 gallon

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