Answer:
x/2 = 12.5/5
5 · x = 12.5 · 2
5x = 25
5x / 5 = 25 / 5
x = 5
Step-by-step explanation:
10=1+9 1x9=9
=2+8 2x8=16
=3+7 3x7=21
=4+6 4x6=24
=5+5 5x5=25
↑ Left: the possible measurements of the two fences, Right: the possible areas
out of the areas calculated, 25 sq feet is the maximum. :)
Ans: 25 square feet