SOLUTION: How do I find the dimension of rectangle of greatest area that can be roped off with 80 yards of rope? If we can let x be the width of the rectangle. I'm working hard on this p

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Question 678700: How do I find the dimension of rectangle of greatest area that can be roped off with 80 yards of rope?
If we can let x be the width of the rectangle.
I'm working hard on this problem as we speak, maybe I'm missing something that you guys can help me remember. Thank You.

Answer by ankor@dixie-net.com(22740)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
How do I find the dimension of rectangle of greatest area that can be roped off with 80 yards of rope?
:
The greatest rectangular area for a given perimeter is the square
therefore
4x = 80
x = 80/4
x = 20 yds for each side of the square

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