Answer:
(x + 4)(x - 2) = x · x
(option L)
Explanation:
we know that area = length × width
So, can write out the lengths and widths that we know:
(note: I will use the square as the reference point, because we can simply say "x" for both of its side lengths--you'll see why this is easier later)
Rug A:
length = x
width = x
Rug B:
length: x + 4
(4 feet greater than rug A length)
width: x - 2
(2 feet less than rug A width)
we can now set these areas to be equal to each other:
(rug A) = (rug B)
(length · width of A) = (length · width of B)
(x · x) = [ (x + 4)(x - 2) ]
So, the equation:
(x + 4)(x - 2) = x · x
can be used to find x (the length in feet) of rug A
hope this helps!! have a lovely day :)