SOLUTION: How do i solve for w in this equation? P=2l+2w

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Question 336362: How do i solve for w in this equation? P=2l+2w
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the perimeter of a rectangle formula.


Subtract from both sides.


Divide both sides by to isolate "W".


Flip the equation.


So the solution is


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