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The formula for the perimeter of a rectangle is P =w in terms of P and I.21 +2w. Solve the formula for

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In order to solve for the variable w in terms of p and l, you simply make w the subject of the formula. Begin by isolating any term that includes w as follows;

p = 2l + 2w

Subtract 2l from both sids

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