SOLUTION: the length of a rectangular patio is twice the width. if the perimeter is 84 feet, then what are the length and width?

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Question 924833: the length of a rectangular patio is twice the width. if the perimeter is 84 feet, then what are the length and width?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 
Hi,
.
L + w = 42ft
(2w) + w = 42
3w = 42
w = 14 and L = 28
and...checking
L + w = 42ft
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