Question

Using an equation or inequality to solve the problem associated with the scenario:

Answer 1

Where w=width, l=length

perimeter = 2w + 2l

44 ≥ 2w + 2(5w+4)

44 ≥ 2w + 10w+8

44 ≥ 12w + 8

44(-8) ≥ 12w +8 (-8)

36 ≥ 12w

36 (÷12) ≥ 12w(÷12w)

3 ≥ w

least possible width is 3