SOLUTION: I have a piece of paper that is 8.5 inches by 11 inches. identical squares have been cut out of each side on each corner that are length x. what is the length of each side minus

Question 225902: I have a piece of paper that is 8.5 inches by 11 inches. identical squares have been cut out of each side on each corner that are length x. what is the length of each side minus the squares cut out?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I have a piece of paper that is 8.5 inches by 11 inches. identical squares have been cut out of each side on each corner that are length x. what is the length of each side minus the squares cut out?
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8.5-2x by 11-2x

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