Solve Systems of Nonlinear Equations · Exercise 51
Solve the problem using a system of equations.
Roman found a widescreen TV on sale, but isn’t sure if it will fit his entertainment center. The TV is 60”. The size of a TV is measured on the diagonal of the screen and a widescreen has a length that is larger than the width. The screen also has an area of 1728 square inches. His entertainment center has an insert for the TV with a length of 50 inches and width of 40 inches. What are the length and width of the TV screen and will it fit Roman’s entertainment center?
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OpenStax, Intermediate Algebra 2e · §11.5 Solve Systems of Nonlinear Equations · Exercise 51
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