A rectangle has perimeter of 100cm. Write an equation which relates the width of the rectangle as a function of its length.

Lepture asked Apr 14, 2022

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A rectangle has perimeter of 100cm. Write an equation which relates the

width of the rectangle as a function of its length.

Lepture asked Apr 14, 2022

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Answer:

w = 50 - L

Explanation:

p = 2(L+w)

100 = 2L + 2W

2w = 100 - 2L

W = (100 - 2L)/2

w = 50 - L

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