SOLUTION: How many feet of fence will it take to enclose a rectangular plot 35 feet by 36 feet if an opening of 4 feet is to be left for a gate?

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Question 731978: How many feet of fence will it take to enclose a rectangular plot 35 feet by 36 feet if an opening of 4 feet is to be left for a gate?
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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P=2(35)+2(36)-4
P=70+72-4
P=138 ft