Question

Robin draws a square with a measure of (x + 2) inches on each side. The perimeter of each square is 96 inches. The equation below represents the perimeter of the square.

4(x + 2) = 96


What is the value of x? ___

Answer 1

x = 22

Explanation:

4(x + 2) = 96

Use distributive property : a(b + c) = a*b + a*c

4*x + 4*2 = 96

4x + 8 = 96

Now subtract 8 from both sides.

4x = 96 - 8

4x = 88 {Divide both sides by 4}

x = 88/4

x = 22

Answer 2

Explanation:

4(x + 2) = 96

x+2=24

x=22