Question

Solve this perimeter equation for L in terms of P and w:

P=2w+2L
What is the value of l when w=6 and P 52?

Answer 1

L = 20

Explanation:

Rearrange the equation in terms of P and w

L = (P - 2w)/2

Plug in your values for P and w

L = (52 - 2(6))/2

L = 40/2

L = 20