BECE Mathematics 2023 Objective — Question 59
Question 59 of 120 from the Basic Education Certificate Examination (Junior WAEC) (BECE) Mathematics 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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The perimeter of a rectangular lawn is 32cm. If the difference between its length and breadth is 2cm, find the area of the lawn.
- A. 42cm²
- B. 49cm²
- C. 54cm²
- D. 63cm²Correct
- E. 64cm²
Explanation
l + b = 16 and l − b = 2, so l = 9 and b = 7. Area = 9 × 7 = 63cm².
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