SOLUTION: A rectangular garden of 50 square feet has a perimeter of 15 feet. Find the dimensions of the rectangle.

Algebra ->  Rectangles -> SOLUTION: A rectangular garden of 50 square feet has a perimeter of 15 feet. Find the dimensions of the rectangle.       Log On


   

Question 845520: A rectangular garden of 50 square feet has a perimeter of 15 feet. Find the dimensions of the rectangle.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x and y, the dimensions.
2x+2y=15 and xy=50.
Solve the simultaneous equations.