Question

The length of a rectangle is three times its width. If the perimeter of the rectangle is 72 ft, find its length and width.

Answer 1

Length = 27 and Width = 9

Explanation:

L=3W

2l+2w=72

2(3w)+2w=72

6w + 2w =72

8w=72

w=9

l=3(9)

l=27