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The perimeter of the norwegian flag is 190 inches. What are the dimensions of the flag?

The perimeter of the norwegian flag is 190 inches. What are the dimensions of the-example-1
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The dimensions are 40 inches by 55 inches.

Step-by-step explanation:
We know that perimeter is the sum of all of the sides. Since this is rectangular, opposite sides are equal. This gives us
y+11/8y+y+11/8y=190.

Combining like terms, we have
2y+22/8y=190.

Writing 22/8 as a mixed number, we have
2y+2 3/4y=190
4 3/4y=190.

Divide both sides by 4 3/4:
(4 3/4y)
÷(4 3/4)=190÷(4 3/4)
y=190
÷(4 3/4).

Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction:
y=190
÷(19/4).

To divide fractions, flip the second one and multiply:
y=190*(4/19)=760/19=40.

Since y=40, 11/8y=11/8(40)=440/8=55.
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