SOLUTION: a rectangular kennel is being constructed and 76 ft of fencing is available. the width of the kennel is to be 13 ft. what should the length be, in order to use just 76 ft of fence?

Question 898569: a rectangular kennel is being constructed and 76 ft of fencing is available. the width of the kennel is to be 13 ft. what should the length be, in order to use just 76 ft of fence?
How do i solve this and show my work?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let p = 76 feet, the perimeter.
Let y = width
Let x = length

Now you know because they are given,

Find x.
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