SOLUTION: The dimensions of the rectangular pool shown below are 40 yards by 20 yards. A fence will be built around the outside of the deck. The ratio of the dimensions of the fence to the d

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Question 622040: The dimensions of the rectangular pool shown below are 40 yards by 20 yards. A fence will be built around the outside of the deck. The ratio of the dimensions of the fence to the dimensions of the pool is . How many yards of fence should be purchased to enclose the deck?
Answer by math-vortex(648) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi, there--
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There's some information missing in this problem. You can probably see it in the diagram of the pool and deck. We cannot help you without knowing more about the dimensions/shape of the deck.
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Look at the problem carefully, then reply to me or repost the problem on the site.
Thanks!
Ms.Figgy