Solve the problem.
-A one-story building is $190 \mathrm{ft}$ by $200 \mathrm{ft}$. If a square patio with sides $24 \mathrm{ft}$ occupies the center of the building, how much area remains for offices?
A) $756 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$
B) $684 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$
C) $37,424 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$
D) $780 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The total area of the building is $190 \mathrm{ft} \times 200 \mathrm{ft} = 38,000 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$. The area of the square patio is $24 \mathrm{ft} \times 24 \mathrm{ft} = 576 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$. Subtracting the patio area from the total area gives $38,000 \mathrm{ft}^{2} - 576 \mathrm{ft}^{2} = 37,424 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$ for offices.

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