The perimeter of a square cannot be measured in square feet. Square feet is a unit of area, while perimeter is a measure of length.
Here's why:
- Area is the amount of space a two-dimensional shape occupies. It is calculated by multiplying the length and width of a shape.
- Perimeter is the total distance around the outside of a shape. It is calculated by adding up the lengths of all the sides.
To find the perimeter of a square, you need to know the length of one of its sides. Then, you can use the following formula:
*Perimeter = 4 side length**
For example, if a square has a side length of 5 feet, its perimeter would be:
*Perimeter = 4 5 feet = 20 feet**
The perimeter would be expressed in feet, not square feet.
