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Perimeter

The perimeter of a shape is the distance around the edge.

You can work out the perimeter of a rectangle using the formula:

P = 2(l + w)

where P = perimeter, l = length and w = width. The measurements must be in the same units.

What is the perimeter of this rectangle? Type your answer in the box.

A rectangle, length 20 centimetres, width 12 centimetres.
Perimeter = cm