Question

Write two expressions for the perimeter of the figure.

2x
7
3x
172
16
Note: The figure is not drawn to scale.
(a) Use all five side lengths.
perimeter - ] + + + +
(b) Simplify the expression from part (a).
perimeter =
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Answer 1

Two expressions for the perimeter would be

22x+23 and 2x+3x+17x+7+16

Explanation:

you want to add the variables of the same kind in this case

2x

3x 7

17x 16

_________

22x + 23