Question

Write an expression for the perimeter of the triangle shown below:

A triangle is shown with side lengths labeled 0.3x plus 24, 5x, and 0.2x minus 15.

Answer 1

The perimeter is the sum of all sides.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: The expression is 5.5x + 9 for the perimeter of the triangle described.

Step-by-step explanation: Add the three lengths given to find the perimeter.

0.3x + 24,

+ 5x,

+ 0.2x - 15 Combine like terms

=5.5x + 9