Solve the Problem $18 \mathrm {~cm}$ B) $12 \mathrm {~cm}$ C) $6 \mathrm {~cm}$

question 263

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The outside of a picture frame has a length which is 6 cm more than width. The area enclosed by the outside of the picture frame is 72 square cm. Find the width of the outside of the picture frame.

• A) \(18 \mathrm {~cm}\)
• B) \(12 \mathrm {~cm}\)
• C) \(6 \mathrm {~cm}\)
• D) \(8 \mathrm {~cm}\)

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