SOLUTION: The perimeter of a rectangular piece of metal is 24 centimeters. It is 4 1/2 centimeters wide. How long is it?
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The perimeter of a rectangular piece of metal is 24 centimeters. It is 4 1/2 centimeters wide. How long is it?
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Hi,
P = 2L + 2w = 24cm
0r L + w = 12cm
L + 9/2 = 24/2
L = 13/2cm 0r 6 1/2 cm
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