The perimeter of Lola’s rectangular backyard is 76 feet. If the width of the yard is 25 feet, what is the length of the yard? *

Answer 1

Formula for perimeter: P = 2l + 2w

Using this, we can substitute the given numbers to get

76 = 2 (25) + 2w

Simplifying this, we get:

76 = 50 + 2w

Subtract 50 from both sides to isolate 2w

26 = 2w

Divide both sides by 2 to isolate w

w = 13

Answer: width = 13 feet