SOLUTION: The length of a rectangle is 1 in. more than twice its width. If the perimeter of the rectangle is 50 in., find the width of the rectangle. Solve using an algebraic equation.

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Question 111333: The length of a rectangle is 1 in. more than twice its width. If the perimeter of the rectangle is 50 in., find the width of the rectangle. Solve using an algebraic equation.
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Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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let x=width, so 2x+1=length ___ 2(x)+2(2x+1)=50