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the length of a rectangly is eight more than twice its width. if the length is less than 34, then what is the width?

User NatureShade
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Answer:

x < 13

Explanation:

Write an equation for the width

2x

→ Write an equation for the length

8 + 2x

→ Set up an equation

8 + 2x < 34

→ Solve

x < 13

User Puneet Verma
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Answer:

13

Explanation:

I think u mean if the length is 34. If so heres how to work it out.

l = 2w + 8

l = 34.

34 - 8 = 26

26 / 2 = 13.

Width = 13

User CommanderCat
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