The quilt is 7*8=<<7*8=56>>56 square feet

So it cost 40*56=<<40*56=2240>>2240

# Answer

2240
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John has to get a new blanket.  He decides to have a 7 foot by 8-foot quilt made.  The quilt costs $40 per square foot.  How much does his quilt cost?
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John has to get a new blanket.  He decides to have a 7 foot by 8-foot quilt made.  The quilt costs $40 per square foot.  How much does his quilt cost?
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