SOLUTION: My rectangular cabbage patch has a total area of 115 sq. ft. Find its perimeter in terms of the width x.

Algebra ->  Proportions  -> Lessons -> SOLUTION: My rectangular cabbage patch has a total area of 115 sq. ft. Find its perimeter in terms of the width x.      Log On


   

Question 1115220: My rectangular cabbage patch has a total area of 115 sq. ft. Find its perimeter in terms of the width x.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
My rectangular cabbage patch has a total area of 115 sq. ft. Find its perimeter in terms of the width x.
--------------
P = 2L + 2x --- L = Length
x*L = 115 --> L = 115/x
---
P = 2x + 230/x