translating to linear equation

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translate into linear equation in two variables. solve the equation using elimination or substitution. state answer for both variables. perimeter of rectangle is 72m if both width were doubled and the length were increased by 9m thn the perimeter would be 114m, What are the demension? :?:
 
work said:
translate into linear equation in two variables. solve the equation using elimination or substitution. state answer for both variables. perimeter of rectangle is 72m if both width were doubled and the length were increased by 9m thn the perimeter would be 114m, What are the demension? :?:

Please show us your work, indicating exactly where you are stuck - so that we know where to begin to help you.
 
I don't know how to solve or set up word problems. :mrgreen:
 
work said:
I don't know how to solve or set up word problems. :mrgreen:

Start with naming variables - what do you need to find - name that thing/s as the variable/s.
 
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