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The distance around the out side of a figure is?
that distance is called the perimeter of the figure.
The distance around a figure is called the "perimeter", unless the figure is a circle - in that case, it is called the "circumference".
A cube is a good example of a 3D figure when drawn on paper and showing perspective.
We generally use the term perimeter to describe the distance around a geometric figure.
DIAGRAM
DIAGRAM
DIAGRAM
DIAGRAM
The distance round a closed figure is the perimeter.
Perimeter
The distance around the out side of a figure is?
that distance is called the perimeter of the figure.
metaphor
metaphor
The distance around a figure is called the "perimeter", unless the figure is a circle - in that case, it is called the "circumference".
In general, travelers use maps to help them figure out distance.