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Allison needs to cover the lateral surface of the cylinder, which is equal to the height times the circumference of the base.
Circumference = π * diameter
Circumference = π * 3 feet
Circumference ≈ 9.42 feet
Lateral surface area = height * circumference
Lateral surface area = 3.5 feet * 9.42 feet
Lateral surface area ≈ 33.0 square feet
Therefore, Allison needs 33 square feet of fabric to cover the lateral surface of the garbage can.
Answer: 33 ft2