SOLUTION: the length of a rectangle is 2 in. morethan twice its width. If the perimeter of the rectangle is 34 in., find the dimensions of the rectangle.

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Question 107620: the length of a rectangle is 2 in. morethan twice its width. If the perimeter of the rectangle is 34 in., find the dimensions of the rectangle.
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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let x=width, so 2x+2=length ... 2(x)+2(2x+2)=34 ... 2x+4x+4=34 ... 6x+4=34