SOLUTION: the width of a rectangle is 5 meters less than is length, and the perimeter is 26 meters. Find the length and width of the rectangle
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Question 831605: the width of a rectangle is 5 meters less than is length, and the perimeter is 26 meters. Find the length and width of the rectangle Answer by JulietG(1812) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Perimeter is a fence around. P = 2L + 2W
We're given the following:
P = 26
W = L-5
Substitute the values you know
26 = 2L + 2(L-5)
Distribute
26 = 2L + 2L -10
Add the Ls
26 = 4L -10
Add 10 to each side
36 = 4L
Divide by 4
9 = L <<--
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The problem tells you that the width is 5 meters less than the width. 9-5=4 <<--
