Read and solve the following problem. Then write a paragraph describing the method you used to get your solution. Which problem-solving strategy(s) did you use and why?

Toothpicks can be arranged to form rows of rectangles as shown. How many

toothpicks are required to form a row with 30 rectangles in it?


151

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A. 14 widgets B. 16 widgets C. 19 widgets D. 38 widgets

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