the width of a rectangle is half of the length of the rectangle. if the perimeter is 84 inches what is the length of the rectangle?

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Answer:

The length of the rectangle is 28 inches.

Step-by-step explanation:

We have that the width (W) of a rectangle is half of the length (L) of the rectangle:

[tex] W = \frac{1}{2}L [/tex]  (1)

Also, the perimeter is 84 inches:

[tex] P = 2W + 2L = 84 in [/tex]   (2)

By entering equation (1) into equation (2) we have:

[tex]2(\frac{1}{2}L) + 2L = 84 in[/tex]

[tex] L = \frac{84}{3} = 28 in [/tex]

Therefore, the length of the rectangle is 28 inches.

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