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
Answer:
x = 2, y = 1
Step-by-step explanation:
x + 4y = 6 and y = 3 - x have to be rearranged: x + 4y = 6 and x + y = 3
You subtract the equations to eliminate one of the variables (x) so that the other can be found