SOLUTION: how do you write an equation for this statement: the length of a rectangle is 15 inches longer than its width.

Algebra ->  Rectangles -> SOLUTION: how do you write an equation for this statement: the length of a rectangle is 15 inches longer than its width.      Log On


   

Question 388300: how do you write an equation for this statement:
the length of a rectangle is 15 inches longer than its width.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!


Hi,         

Let x represent the width and (x+15) the length.

that will allow you to write

Perimeter = 2x + 2(x+15) for one example.