Alexei wants to hang a mirror in his boat but the mirror and frame must not have an area larger than 19.25 square feet. The mirror is 3 feet wide and 5 feet long. Which quadratic equation represents the area of the mirror and frame combined? (The border must have equal width on each side.)

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anonymous · Answer

where is the quadratic equation ?

anonymous · Answer

you can do it without the quadratic equations

anonymous · Answer

ok here it is

anonymous · Answer

all you have to do is to use the quadratic formula i think.

anonymous · Answer

so..what is it bro?

anonymous · Answer

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How would you represent the total area?