OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §5.4 Solve Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 38 · Algebra · Systems
Solve Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 38
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Darrin is hanging 200 feet of Christmas garland on the three sides of fencing that enclose his rectangular front yard. The length, the side along the house, is five feet less than three times the width. Find the length and width of the fencing.
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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §5.4 Solve Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 38
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