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The formula for the perimeter (P) of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W. What should be the first step when solving for W?

The formula for the perimeter (P) of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W. What should be the-example-1
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\begin{gathered} \text{The first step will be } \\ P=2L+2W \\ P-2L=2W \end{gathered}

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