Question 854124

The dimensions of a rectangle are such that its length is 11in more than its width. 
If the length were doubled and if the width were decreased by 5 in, the area would be increased by 10in^2.
What are the length and width of the rectangle?
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Original width:   {{{highlight_green(10.4658561)}}} inches
Original length:  {{{highlight_green(21.4658561)}}} inches
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