SOLUTION: The width of a rectangle is 2 inches shorter than the length. If both the width and he length are increased by 6 inches, the area is increased 216 square inches. Find the length an

Question 411423: The width of a rectangle is 2 inches shorter than the length. If both the width and he length are increased by 6 inches, the area is increased 216 square inches. Find the length and the width of the rectangle.
My equation is: Length= L Width= L-2

My work so far (L * L-2) + 6 --> (L+6)* ((L-2)+6)
Am I correct so far, If not, please show correct way and how/ why it is done that way. Thanks --Nienyotza

Answer by scott8148(6628) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
not sure about your notation , but (L+6)* ((L-2)+6) is the right expression

you are correct so far
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