The perimeter of the rectangular playing field is 326 yards. The length of the field is 5 yards less than double the width. What are the dimensions of the playing field?

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Aedna · Answer 1 · 2019-03-12T18:02:22+0000

Translate the given information into equations:

2L + 2W = 326
L = 2W - 5

Solve the system of equations.
2(2W - 5) + 2W = 326
4W - 10 + 2W = 326
6W - 10 = 326
6W = 336
W = 56

L = 2W - 5
L = 2(56) - 5
L = 107
Answer: Length: 107 ft; Width: 56 ft

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