Question

PLEASE HELP ASAP!!! I don’t know how to do this problem or where to start! How do I solve this?

Answer 1

Answer:

W = 4.95

Step-by-step explanation:

You want to start by writing down what you know, and forming a system of equations.

L= length W= width

2L+2W=14.7    

L= 2.4

On the left side of the equation, you're adding all your side lengths, and on the right, is the total perimeter. (Also could be written L+L+W+W = 14.7)

You would then substitute L from the bottom equation into the top equation to get:

2(2.4) +2W=14.7

Solving:

4.8+2w=14.7

W= 4.95

To check your answer simply add all the sides together and make sure it equals your perimeter. You can also plug W and L back into the original equation.