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Find the dimensions of the rectangle if it possible, otherwise explain why it has no solution.
Answer to Problem 6MPS
The width of the rectangle is
The length of the rectangle is
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Width and length are odd integer and perimeter of rectangle is 48 cm.
Formula used: Perimeter of a rectangle =
Calculation:
Let the width (first odd integer) =
According to problem
The length (Second odd consecutive integer) =
Substituting width w =
Switching sides
Combine like terms
Distribute 2 over
Subtract 4 on both sides
Divide both sides by 4
Therefore, the width of the rectangle =
And the length of rectangle =
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