2w(2w + 16) = 192
4w + 32w = 192
w + 8w - 48 = 0
(w + 12)(w - 4) = 0
w + 12 = 0
w = -12
We don't measure using negative numbers.
w - 4 = 0
w = 4
l = 4 + 8 = 12
12 x 4 in
Anna T.
asked • 04/05/17Polynomial Function - Word Problem
The length of a rectangle is 8 meters moe than the width. If both the width and length get doubled, the area would be 192 square meters. Find the dimensions of the original rectangle.
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Anna T.
04/05/17