Question

The area of the rectangle is 6 square feet. If its width is 2 1/7
​feet, find its length.

Answer 1

L = 2 4/5 feet

Explanation:

A = L x W

6 = L x 2 1/7

divide both sides by 2 1/7

6 divided by 2 1/7 = L (is the same as multiplying by the reciprocal)

6 x 7/15 = L

L = 14/5 or 2 4/5