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The area of a pool: Writing numerical expressions

Make the pool dimensions 7 by 8. These units will be in yards. For question 2: If you are in group 1 move the solution method slider over once. If you are in group 2 move the solution method slider over twice. If you are in group 3 move the solution method slider over 3 times. If you are in group 4 move the solution method slider over 4 times.

Question 1

Write an expression for the number of blue shaded tiles and the number of white shaded tiles. (label them)

Question 2

Based on your groups image, write an expression for each shaded portion of the pool.

Question 3

Based on your previous answers, what is the total area of the pool?