ISEE Mathematics Achievement Question 217: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 217

1. Renee wants to carpet her living room. The rectangular room measures 15 feet × 18 feet. How many square yards of carpet must Renee purchase?

  • A. 20 yd2
  • B. 30 yd2
  • C. 32 yd2
  • D. 35 yd2

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B is correct. The area of the room is 15 × 18 = 270 ft2. One square yard = 9 square feet, so 270 ft2 ÷ 9 = 30 yd2.

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