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the perimeter of a rectangular garden is 360 m. if the width of the garden is 85 m, what is it's length?​

User Mdcarter
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Answer: Length: 95 meters.

Explanation:

The perimeter of a rectangle is calculated with the formula:

P = 2(L + W)

360 = 2(L + 85)

Divide both sides by 2

360 ÷ 2 = (L + 85)

180 = (L + 85)

Subtract 85 from 180

180 - 85

97 = L

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