SOLUTION: the periimeter is 85cm. the length of the first side is twice the length of the second side. the length of the third side is 40cm. what is the length of the other 2 sides of the tr

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Question 447210: the periimeter is 85cm. the length of the first side is twice the length of the second side. the length of the third side is 40cm. what is the length of the other 2 sides of the triangle.
Answer by jorel1380(3719) About Me  (Show Source):
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x+2x+40=85
3x=45
x=15
The sides are 15cm., 30cm., and 40cm..