SOLUTION: The perimeter of a rectangular lot is 74 feet. The cost of fencing along the two lengths is $1 per foot, and the cost of fencing along the widths is $3.50 per foot. Find the dimens
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Question 441294: The perimeter of a rectangular lot is 74 feet. The cost of fencing along the two lengths is $1 per foot, and the cost of fencing along the widths is $3.50 per foot. Find the dimensions of the lot if the cost of the fencing is $159.
Answer by jorel1380(3719) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2L+2W=74
2L(1)+2W(3.50)=159
2L+7W=159
5W=85
W=17
L=20
The lot is 20' by 17'..
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