The length of a rectangle measures 2cm less than its width. The perimeter of the rectangle is 108cm. Find the dimensions of the rectangle. Draw a picture to help you solve

Answer 1

108/2 = L+ W = W-2 + W = 2W-2

2W = 54+2 = 56

W = 56/2 = 28 cm wide

L = 28-2 = 26 cm long

P=2(L+W) = 2(28+26) = 2(54) = 108 cm = perimeter