Ribbon is wrapped around a rectangular box that is 10 by 8 by 4 in. Using the example provided, calculate how much ribbon is needed to wrap the box. consider the amount of ribbon does not include a knot or bow.

a. 52 in

b. 44 in

c. 22 in

d. 320 in

a. The ribbon will travel the length (10 in) twice, the width (8 in) twice and the height (4 in) four times. Sum up these distances will evaluate the total amount of ribbon needed. 10 in + 10 in + 8 in + 8 in + 4 in + 4 in + 4 in + 4 in = 52 inches of ribbon. If you select b, you missed two sides of 4 inches. If you select d, you determine the volume of the box.