A rectangular pool is to be built on a lot that measures 20 m by 12 m. A lawn uniform width, equal to the area of the pool, must surround it. Determine the width of the lawn.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
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A rectangular pool is to be built on a lot that measures 20 m by 12 m. A lawn uniform width, equal to the area of the pool, must surround it. Determine the width of the lawn.

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