Word Problem

Question

The length of a rectangular flower is 11 ft. less than 3 times its width. The area of the bed is 20 ft2. Find the dimensions of the flower bed.
How do I solve this problem step by step?

Answer 1

L=3W-11

L*W=20

Use the first equation to substitute for L in the second equation.

Solve for L, then use that to solve for W.