Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 8 - Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving - Test: Chapter 8 - Page 572: 7

Answer

94 by 50 feet

Work Step by Step

We know that the sum of the lengths and widths is equal to the perimeter. Thus, we find: $$ \left(l\right)+2\left(l-44\right)=288\\ 4l=376\\ l=94\\ w=94-44=50$$
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