Question

If a rectangle has length p and width p - 4, what is the perimeter of the rectangle in terms of p?

12p - 8
2p - 4
4p - 8
4p - 4

Answer 1

4p - 8.

Explanation:

Perimeter = 2* length + 2 * width

= 2p + 2(p - 4)

= 4p - 8.