SOLUTION: The perimeter of a rectangle is 442 centimeters. If the ratio of its width to its length is 5 to 8, find the dimensions of the rectangle. what is the length and width in cm

Question 904578: The perimeter of a rectangle is 442 centimeters. If the ratio of its width to its length is 5 to 8, find the dimensions of the rectangle. what is the length and width in cm
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

 

Hi,

     .

L + w = 221cm

x the constant of the proportion

8x + 5x = 221cm

13x = 221cm

x = 17cm

w = 85cm 

L = 136cm 

And..checking

sum = 221 

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