SOLUTION: A lot is in the shape of a triangle. One side is 300 ft longer than the shortest​ side, while the third side is 500 ft longer than the shortest side. The perimeter of the lot i

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Question 1195180: A lot is in the shape of a triangle. One side is 300 ft longer than the shortest​ side, while the third side is 500 ft longer than the shortest side. The perimeter of the lot is 2300 ft. Find the lengths of the sides of the lot.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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short             t
middle            t+300
longest           t+500
PERIM             2300

3t%2B800=2300

3t=1500
highlight%28t=500%29
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