OpenStax, Intermediate Algebra 2e §2.3 Solve a Formula for a Specific Variable · Exercise 57 · Algebra · Linear equations

Solve a Formula for a Specific Variable · Exercise 57

Solve using a geometry formula.

The length of the rectangle is three meters less than twice the width. The perimeter of a rectangle is 36 meters. Find the dimensions of the rectangle.

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OpenStax, Intermediate Algebra 2e · §2.3 Solve a Formula for a Specific Variable · Exercise 57

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