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algebra

A rectangle's width is half its length. The perimeter is 30 cm. What is the length?

A

15

B

20

C

5

D

10

Correct Answer: D

Choice Choice D is the correct answer.

  1. Define: Length = ll, Width = 0.5l0.5l.
  2. Perimeter: 2l+2(0.5l)=302l + 2(0.5l) = 30
  3. Simplify: 2l+l=303l=302l + l = 30 \rightarrow 3l = 30
  4. Divide by 3: l=10l = 10
  5. Verify: Width 5. 20+10=3020 + 10 = 30

Choice Choice C is incorrect because this is the width.

Choice Choice A is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Choice B is incorrect because calculation error.