SOLUTION: The width of a rectangle is 5 feet less than its length. The perimeter of the rectangle is 70 feet. Find the width of the rectangle.

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Question 861835: The width of a rectangle is 5 feet less than its length. The perimeter of the rectangle is 70 feet. Find the width of the rectangle.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,



P = 2L + 2w = 70ft    

0r L + w = 35ft

   L + (L-5) - 35     Note:The width of a rectangle is 5 feet less than its length. 

     2L = 40

      L = 20ft  and w = 15ft  20-5%29