SOLUTION: Find the value of s if the perimeter of the square is 36 inches. (s+4)

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Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the perimeter of a square formula


Plug in


Divide both sides by 4 to isolate "s"


Reduce


So the side length of the square is
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