SOLUTION: the perimeter of a rectangle is 86 feet. the width is 6 feet less than the length.what is the length and width of the rectangle?

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Question 919356: the perimeter of a rectangle is 86 feet. the width is 6 feet less than the length.what is the length and width of the rectangle?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

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L + w = 43

L + (L-6) = 43

2L = 49

L = 24.5ft  and w = 18.5ft 24.5+-+6

and...checking

24.5 + 18.5 =  = 43