The length of a picture frame is 2 inches more than the width. The perimeter of the frame is 36 inches. What is the length of the frame? You will earn 2 points for writing the correct system of equations for this word problem. Remember, two equations must be given for the system of equations. You will earn 3 points for solving it correctly and answering the question in a complete sentence.

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The length of a picture frame is 2 inches more than the width. The perimeter of the frame is 36 inches. What is the length of the frame?   You will earn 2 points for writing the correct system of equations for this word problem.  Remember, two equations must be given for the system of equations.  You will earn 3 points for solving it correctly and answering the question in a complete sentence.

aravindg · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

thank you!

anonymous · Answer

let the width be w
wat wud the length be?

anonymous · Answer

the best anwser i can come up with is 7*5... but it doenst equal 36 it equals 36...

anonymous · Answer

oh . Are you given the perimeter or the area? Does it strike u now?