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Definition--Geometry Basics--Perimeter

Perimeter

Perimeter

Topic

Geometry Basics

Definition

The total distance around a two-dimensional shape.

Description

The perimeter is the total length of the sides or edges of a two-dimensional shape. This concept is fundamental in geometry and is used to measure the boundary length of various shapes. For example, the perimeter of a rectangle is calculated using the formula 

P = 2(l + w)

where l l is the length and w w is the width. Understanding perimeter is crucial for solving problems related to measurements and dimensions in geometry.

Perimeter
The garden's perimeter is fenced.

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.MD.D.8
Grade Range 3 - 8
Curriculum Nodes Geometry
    • Triangles
        • Area and Perimeter of Triangles
    • Quadrilaterals
        • Area and Perimeter of Quadrilaterals
Copyright Year 2014
Keywords definition, perimeter