SOLUTION: If the perimeter equals 86 meters squared. How do i solve for "x" if the length is (2x+9) and the width is (16x-2) Please help my teacher gave us a situational problem with

Question 910159: If the perimeter equals 86 meters squared.
How do i solve for "x" if the length is (2x+9) and the width is (16x-2)

Please help my teacher gave us a situational problem without teaching us this!
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
If the perimeter equals 86 meters squared.
How do i solve for "x" if the length is (2x+9) and the width is (16x-2)
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Comment:: 86 meters squared is an area measurement, not a perimeter.
Cheers,
Stan H.
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