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Question 514945: how do i do this problem, the length of a rectangle is 8 cm more than its width. The perimeter is 24 cm. Find the length and width of the rectangle

Answer by xdragonfight(116)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
L=10
W=2
2(2)+2(10)=24
10-2=8

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