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The lengths of three sides of a triangle are 2x + 1/5 feet , 4x + 1/2 feet , and x+ 1 5 . what is the perimeter of the triangle? the drondown menuto complete the answer

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Answer:

7x + 9/10 ft

Explanation:

To find the perimeter of a triangle, add the lengths of the three sides

P = 2x + 1/5 + 4x + 1/2 + x+ 1/ 5

Combine like terms

P = 7x + 2/5 +1/2

Get a common denominator

P = 7x + 2/5(2/2) + 1/2 * (5/5)

= 7x + 4/10 + 5/10

= 7x + 9/10

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