SOLUTION: If the rectangle's width is tripled and its length is doubled, the perimeter of the new rectangle is 92cm greater than the original perimeter. What is the area of the original re

Question 21252: If the rectangle's width is tripled and its length is doubled, the perimeter of the new rectangle is 92cm greater than the original perimeter.
What is the area of the original rectangle.
^^how in the world would i solve this??? if its possible i would prefer for the answer not to be given but it doesnt matter.^^
Answer by Photonjohn(42) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Area = Length x Width = L x W
but 2L x 3W = Area + 92
so 6LW = Area + 92
6 x Area = Area + 92
5 x Area = 92
Solve for Area...
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