Measure the perimeter of regular polygons

Finding the perimeter of regular polygons such as hexagons and octagons.

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Finding the perimeter of rectangles and using the formula: P = 2l +2w.

Calculate the perimeter of rectilinear shapes.

Find all the possible perimeters that fit the rules.

Today we will use a ruler to accurately measure the perimeter of a rectangle. We will use both centimetres and millimetres.