Question

5) The perimeter of the given square is 56cm. Construct an equation and hnd

the side of the square.

2x

Answer 1

side = 14 cm

Explanation:

Let 'x' be the side of the square.

Perimeter = 4 * side

= 4*x

= 4x

4x = 56

Solution:

4x = 56

Divide both sides by 4

x = 56/4

x = 14 cm