Estimating Books in College Library: 3500sqm Space

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To estimate the number of books that can be shelved in a college library with 3500 square meters, one must consider the dimensions of the space, including the width of the corridors and the size of the shelves. Assuming an average book size and that shelves are 8 high with books on both sides, the calculation involves determining the effective shelving area after accounting for 1.5-meter-wide corridors. The dimensions of the library do not need to be square, but knowing the width of the room will help in calculating how many shelves can fit. Clarification on shelf dimensions is necessary for a more accurate estimate. Overall, understanding the layout and dimensions is crucial for determining shelving capacity.
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25) Estimate how many books can be shelved in a college library with 3500 square meters of floor space. Assume 8 shelves high, having books on both sides, with corridors 1.5m wide. Assume books are about the size of this one, on average.


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From there I'm kind of stuck, please help..
 
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Does the room have to be a square? If so calculate the dimensions of the square. If you know the width of the room and the total width of each shelf/corridor then you know how many shelves/corridors can fit into the room. That's a good start at least. Where you gettin tripped up?
 
I'm not sure how big the shelves are though.
 

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