Question

Write an equation that can be used to find the value of x. The perimeter of rectangle: 32 Length of the other side: 4

Answer 1

x=12

Explanation:

32=2(4+x)

distribute 2.

32=8+2x

subtract 8 from both sides.

32=8+2x

-8 -8

24=2x

divide by 2 on both sides

24/2=2x/2

12=x