Question

Sandra measured her rectangular kitchen floor determined that is was a 2.5m by 6m. She then visits Floors By Professionals and prices out tiles for her kitchen. The tiles that Sandra wishes to purchase are 11.5” by 11.5”. With grout (the material used to fill the spaces between tiles), each tile will cover an area of 1ft².

1. How many tiles does Sandra need to purchase to cover her floor? A sketch may help you plan the flooring. (Some of the tiles around the perimeter may need to be cut.)

2. Given that Floors By Professionals only sells tiles by the dozen, how many packages of tiles will Sandra have to purchase?

3. If the tiles cost $28.99 per dozen, how much will Sandra spend on tiles? Include 5% GST and 8% PST in your cost.

4. How many tiles do you think Sandra wasted? Explain your reasoning.

Answer 1