document.write( "Question 1201555: The difference between the length and width of Alan’s rectangular deck is 0 ft. The difference between the length and width of Keko’s rectangular deck is 5 feet. Both decks have the same area. Which person will need a longer railing to go around the deck? Explain. \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #836000 by greenestamps(13203)![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! \n" ); document.write( "For a fixed rectangular area, the perimeter is minimum if the rectangle is a square. \n" ); document.write( "So the perimeter of Alan's deck will be less than the perimeter of Keko's deck. \n" ); document.write( "ANSWER: Keko \n" ); document.write( " \n" ); document.write( " |