42
let the smallest even number be x, than the four even numbers are x, x+2, x+4, x+6, their sum is 180
x+x+2+x+4+x+6=180
4x+12=180
4x=168
x=42
the smallest even number is 42.
Answer:
perimeter of rectangles = 2 ( l + b)
34 = 2 ( x + 2 + 3x - 4 )
34 = 2 ( 4x - 2 )
34 = 8x - 4
38 = 8 x
38/ 8 = x
thus , x = 4.75 inches
