Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 2 - Section 2.2 - An Introduction to Problem Solving - Exercise Set - Page 65: 29

Answer

The legs are 18 inches. The longer base is 36 inches. The shorter base is 27 inches.

Work Step by Step

The perimeter is 99 inches. $x+(2.5x-9)+x+1.5x=99$ $6x=108$ $x=18$ The legs are 18 inches. The longer base is 36 inches. The shorter base is 27 inches.
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