SOLUTION: The perimeter of a rectangle is 38cm. One side is 11 cm longer than the other side. Find the lengths of the sides. My attempt: P=2 (L) + 2 (W) 38 cm = 2 (11) + 2 (L) 38 cm =

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Question 284860: The perimeter of a rectangle is 38cm. One side is 11 cm longer than the other side. Find the lengths of the sides.
My attempt: P=2 (L) + 2 (W)
38 cm = 2 (11) + 2 (L)
38 cm = 22 + 2 (L)
38 cm = 24/38
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Which part of your equations says "11 cm longer" not "11 cm long"?