SOLUTION: I have a figure of a rectangle, the measurement for the top is x/2x-5 and the measurement for the right side is 8/2x-5. I need to find the perimeter of the figure. My answer is x^2

Question 81679: I have a figure of a rectangle, the measurement for the top is x/2x-5 and the measurement for the right side is 8/2x-5. I need to find the perimeter of the figure. My answer is x^2/4x-10 and 16/4x-10 am I right? or even close?
Answer by tutor_paul(519) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The perimeter of a rectangle is given by the following, where L=Length and W=Width:

You are given L and W; so multiply each by 2 and add 'em up:

The 2 fractions have the same denominator, so you can add them:

Good Luck,
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