SOLUTION: The length of a rectangle is 6 inches more than the width. The perimeter is 48 inches. Find the length and width.

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Question 450528: The length of a rectangle is 6 inches more than the width. The perimeter is 48 inches. Find the length and width.
Answer by jorel1380(3719) About Me  (Show Source):
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2W+2(W+6)=48
4W+12=48
4W=36
W=9in.
L=15in..