SOLUTION: 58. Geometry. The length of a rectangle is 2 in. more than twice its width. If the perimeter of the rectangle is 34 in., find the dimensions of the rectangle.
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Question 40204: 58. Geometry. The length of a rectangle is 2 in. more than twice its width. If the perimeter of the rectangle is 34 in., find the dimensions of the rectangle.
Thank You!!! Answer by Nate(3500) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Width:
Length:
2L + 2W = P
2(2w + 2) + 2(w) = 34
4w + 4 + 2w = 34
6w + 4 = 34
6w = 30
w = 5
l = 12
Area = lw = 5(12) = 60 squared inches
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