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What is the equation for a rectangle that has a perimeter of 64

User Glendy
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finding equation


P = 2 \cdot (l + w) = 64

finding dimensions ❓

When finding dimensions, it's important to note these 2 things.

⇢ Divide

⇢ Do not make the equation complex

To make this equation easy, we can divide 64 by 4 to get a quicker, faster answer.

solve ✅

64 ÷ 4 = 16

The equation is solved! We now know that the length and width are 16.

User Kolobos
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Answer: 2 + 2 + 30 + 30

Step-by-step explanation:


I decomposed 64 into 60 and 4.

Then, l broke up 4 into 2 + 2

After, l broke up 60 into 30 + 30


There, that is your answer!

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