SOLUTION: The length of a rectangle doubled and increased by 2m is the same as the width multiplied by 4 and then decreased by 24m. Find the dimensions. We have written the following equ

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Question 1070583: The length of a rectangle doubled and increased by 2m is the same as the width multiplied by 4 and then decreased by 24m. Find the dimensions.
We have written the following equation, but believe more info., such as perimeter is needed to solve the problem:
2L + 2 = 4W - 24
so 26 = 4W - 2L
where would we go from here?
thanks,
Lisa
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Yes, you have two unknowns but only one equation.
More information is needed.