Answer :
Because the boarder goes around all edges, 6 in must be subtracted from 6ft and 4ft.
6ft - 6in = 5.5 ft
4ft - 6in = 3.5 ft
Area of the bulletin board: (5.5)(3.5) = 19.25 ft
6ft - 6in = 5.5 ft
4ft - 6in = 3.5 ft
Area of the bulletin board: (5.5)(3.5) = 19.25 ft
