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Question 911159: length and breath 5:4 perimetre 108 of rectangle find length and breath
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi

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Let x represent the constant of proportionality

L is 5x, w is 4x

L + w = 54

9x = 54

x = 6

L = 30 and w = 24

and...checking

L + w = 54