SOLUTION: the perimeter of a basketball court is 278. The length is 41 ft longer than the width. find the dimensions of the court.

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Question 473508: the perimeter of a basketball court is 278. The length is 41 ft longer than the width. find the dimensions of the court.
Answer by jorel1380(3719) About Me  (Show Source):
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2w+2(w+41)=278
2w+2w+82=278
4w=196
w=49
l=90..