A formula for finding the perimeter of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W. If you know the perimeter (P) and length (L) of a rectangle, which formula can you use to find the width (W)?

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A formula for finding the perimeter of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W. If you know the perimeter (P) and length (L) of a rectangle, which formula can you use to find the width (W)?

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Answer:

p/2 - L = W

Explanation:

P = 2L + 2W

Subtract 2L from both sides

P - 2L = 2W

Divide both sides by 2

p/2 - L = W

Fstopzero answered Mar 1, 2023

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Answer:

p/2 - L = W

Explanation:

A formula for finding the perimeter of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W. If you know the-example-1

CharybdeBE answered Mar 6, 2023

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