SOLUTION: Write a system of two equations in two unknowns. Solve the system by using the substitution method. � The length of a rectangular field is 12 feet longer than the width. If the p

Question 207161: Write a system of two equations in two unknowns. Solve the system by using the substitution method. � The length of a rectangular field is 12 feet longer than the width. If the perimeter is 144 feet, then what are the length and width
Answer by jojo14344(1513) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

First Equation:
, Length is 12 ft longer than the Width

Second Equation:

Substituting L in the 1st Eqn to the 2nd Eqn:

---> --->

Back in First Equation:

Check via Second Equation:

Thank you,
Jojo
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