SOLUTION: The parallel sides of this window measure 3ft and 5ft. The other sides of the window are congruent. If the perimeter is 16ft, what is the length of each congruent side?

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Question 834346: The parallel sides of this window measure 3ft and 5ft. The other sides of the window are congruent. If the perimeter is 16ft, what is the length of each congruent side?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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2L+2W=16
L=5
W=3
10+6=16