SOLUTION: Needing to write and solve equation that will enable me to determine the length and width of the rectangle. L=6cm longer than its width P=32cm

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Question 861225: Needing to write and solve equation that will enable me to determine the length and width of the rectangle. L=6cm longer than its width
P=32cm
Answer by rvfer(117) About Me  (Show Source):
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2(x+6)+2x=32
2x+12+2x=32
4x=32-12
4x=20
x=20/4
x=5
x+6=11