Question

The formula for finding the perimeter of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W. If a rectangle has a perimeter of 68 inches and the length is 14 inches longer than its width, find the width.

Answer 1

width(w)= 20inches

Explanation:

solution,

given,

perimeter of a rectangle (P)=68inches

length of rectangle= 14 inches

we know,

perimeter of a rectangle=2L + 2W

or,68=2×14+2×w

or,68-28=2w

or,40=2w

or,w=40÷2

or,w=20inches.