Billy J.

asked • 11/02/17

I want to create a metal frame of uniform width for a mirror. The mirror is 20 in by 24 in. I bought 416 square in of metal.

Write an expression to find the width of the border.
Solve the equation
How wide can I make the metal frame

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Peter P. answered • 11/02/17

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Andrew M. answered • 11/02/17

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