SOLUTION: The perimeter of a rectangle is 50 inches. If the ratio of its length to its width is 3 to 2, find the dimensions of the rectangle.

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Question 581350: The perimeter of a rectangle is 50 inches. If the ratio of its length to its width is 3 to 2, find the dimensions of the rectangle.
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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2(3x)+2(2x)=50
6x+4x=50
10x=50
x=50/10
x=5
3x=15 in
2x=10 in