Hi,

Let x represent the length of the 1st side. The second side is (x+3) and the

third side is (x+3) + 2 Or (x + 5)

Perimeter = 74 in

x + (x+3) + (x+5) = 74 in

3x + 8 = 74 in

3x = 66in

x = 22 in, the length of the 1st side.  

Second side = 25 in  (22+3)

third side = 27 in   (220+05)

CHECKING our Answer

22in + 25in + 27in = 74 in 

Answer by rfer(16322)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 x+(x+3)+((x+3)+2)=74

3x+8=74

3x=66

x=22

x+3=25

x+3+2=27 

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