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Solve for L:
P=2L+2W

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Answer:


L=(1)/(2)P-W

Explanation:

Let's solve for L.


P=2L+2W

Step 1: Flip the equation.


2L+2W=P

Step 2: Add
-2W to both sides.


2L+2W+-2W=P+-2W


2L=P-2W

Step 3: Divide both sides by
2.


(2L)/(2)=(P-2W)/(2)


L=(1)/(2)P-W

Answer:


L=(1)/(2)P-W

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