If a parcel of land measures 200 feet by 140 feet, how many acres does it contain?

To determine the number of acres contained in a parcel of land that measures 200 feet by 140 feet, you first need to calculate the area of the land in square feet and then convert that figure into acres.

1. Calculate the area in square feet:

Area = Length × Width

Area = 200 feet × 140 feet = 28,000 square feet.

2. Convert square feet to acres:

There are 43,560 square feet in one acre. To find the area in acres, you divide the area in square feet by the number of square feet per acre.

Area in acres = 28,000 square feet ÷ 43,560 square feet/acre ≈ 0.643 acres.

This calculation accurately gives the correct measurement of the parcel of land in acres, confirming that it contains approximately 0.643 acres. Thus, it demonstrates an understanding of how to convert measurements of area, which is important knowledge for someone involved in land appraisal and assessment.