Find the dimensions of a rectangular rug whose perimeter is 26 ft and whose area is 42 ft². The rug has a length (longer side) of and a width (shorter side) of
Find the dimensions of a rectangular rug whose perimeter is 26 ft and whose area is 42 ft². The rug has a length (longer side) of and a width (shorter side) of
Chapter9: Math Models And Geometry
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Problem 487PT: Find the volume of a rectangular room with width 12 feet, length 15 feet, and height 8 feet.
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The rug has a length (longer side) of
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and a width (shorter side) of
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Transcribed Image Text:Find the dimensions of a rectangular rug whose perimeter is 26 ft and whose area is 42 ft²
The rug has a length (longer side) of
W
and a width (shorter side) of
O
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