Question

a rectangular garden has a perimeter of 48 feet. If the width of the garden is 2 feet less than the length, what are the dimensions of the garden?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Width =x-2

Length=x

Perimeter =48

Perimeter =x*(x-2)

Substitute: 48=x*(x-2)

Simplify: 48=x^2-2x

x=48/2=24

Answer 2

Explanation: