SOLUTION: solve the formula for the perimeter of a regtangle p = 2(L+w) for the with w.

SOLUTION: solve the formula for the perimeter of a regtangle p = 2(L+w) for the with w.

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Question 103273This question is from textbook algerbra 1
: solve the formula for the perimeter of a regtangle p = 2(L+w) for the with w. This question is from textbook algerbra 1

Answer by JP(22) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
p=2(L+w) First distribute the 2.
p=2L+2w Then, divide 2L and 2w and p by 2. This cancels the 2s in 2L and 2w
p/2=L+w Next, subtract L
p/2-L=w
w=(p/2)-(L) is the solution.
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