SOLUTION: The length of a rectangular garden is 9 feet longer than its width. The garden's perimeter is 190 feet. Find the length of the garden.

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Question 1050068: The length of a rectangular garden is 9 feet longer than its width. The garden's perimeter is 190 feet. Find the length of the garden.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

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2w + 2L = P

2w + 2(w+9) = 190ft

4w = 172ft

w = 43ft and L = 52ft

Checking..

2w + 2L = P

86ft + 104ft = 190ft CHECKS!