Question

the length and width of a rectangle are represented by consecutive odd integers. The perimeter of the rectangle is 48 meters. Determine, algebraically the area of the rectangle

Answer 1

What 2 odd integers equal 24 meters? 11 and 13, since the perimeter is 48 that means 48= 2*L+2*W so divide by two and you get 24 from there your supposed to get 2 consecutive odd numbers to equal 24 and when you find the perimeter they equal 48. Area= 11*13.