SOLUTION: Hello,How can i find the width of a rectangular room with area 96 square feet if the width is 4 units less than its length. Thank you!

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Question 824323: Hello,How can i find the width of a rectangular room with area 96 square feet if the width is 4 units less than its length. Thank you!
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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How can i find the width of a rectangular room with area 96 square feet if the width is 4 units less than its length.
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Try pairs of factors of 96
If there's an integer solution, it'll be one of the pairs.
1*96 NG
2*48 NG
3*32 NG
etc
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You can make an equation, then factor 96 to solve it. Why bother?
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If it's not an integer solution you have to use the equation.