Use the definition of multiplication to explain why the area of a carpet that is 20 feet long and 12 feet wide is 20 x 12 square feet.

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Chapter1: Whole Numbers
Section1.5: Divide Whole Numbers
Problem 449E: Explain how you use the multiplication facts to help with division.
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Use the definition of multiplication to explain why the area of a carpet that is 20 feet long and 12 feet wide is 20 x 12 square feet.

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