Solve the Problem $34 \mathrm {~cm}$ the Length Is $7 \mathrm {~cm}$

question 429

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The perimeter of a rectangle is $34 \mathrm {~cm}$ . The length is $7 \mathrm {~cm}$ longer than the width. What are the length and width of the rectangle?

• A) Length: \(13 \mathrm {~cm}\); width: \(6 \mathrm {~cm}\)
• B) Length: \(12 \mathrm {~cm}\); width: \(5 \mathrm {~cm}\)
• C) Length: \(7 \mathrm {~cm}\); width: \(5 \mathrm {~cm}\)
• D) Length: \(17 \mathrm {~cm}\); width: \(10 \mathrm {~cm}\)

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