Find the perimeter of each figure. 8. a parallelogram with side lengths $6 \frac{1}{4}$ inches and 5 inches

Step 1 ：Given a parallelogram with side lengths $6 \frac{1}{4}$ inches and 5 inches.

Step 2 ：The perimeter of a parallelogram is given by the formula $2*(a+b)$ where $a$ and $b$ are the lengths of the sides.

Step 3 ：Substitute $a = 6.25$ inches and $b = 5$ inches into the formula.

Step 4 ：Calculate $2*(a+b)$ to get the perimeter.

Step 5 ：Final Answer: The perimeter of the parallelogram is \(\boxed{22.5}\) inches.