The perpendicular sides of a triangular rug measure 3 feet and 4 feet. Calculate the perimeter of the rug.

The rug is a right triangle, so its third side is √(3² + 4²) = 5 feet. Adding the three sides gives 3 + 4 + 5 = 12 feet, so the correct choice is 12 ft.

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