SOLUTION: the perimeter of a standard-sized rectangular rug is 24 ft. The length is 2 ft longer than the width. Find the dimensions.

Question 925636: the perimeter of a standard-sized rectangular rug is 24 ft. The length is 2 ft longer than the width. Find the dimensions.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

 

Hi,

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L + w = 12ft

(w+2) + w = 12ft

2w = 10

w = 5ft  and L = 7ft 

And...checking

L + w = 12ft



 

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