The Length of a Rectangle Is 7 Times Its Width

question 23

Multiple Choice

The length of a rectangle is 7 times its width. If the perimeter of the rectangle is 112 inches, find its length and width.

• A) the length is 980 inches and the width is 49 inches
• B) the length is 49 inches and the width is 7 inches
• C) the length is 70 inches and the width is 14 inches
• D) the length is 343 inches and the width is 49 inches
• E) the length is 343 inches and the width is 7 inches

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Definitions:

Selection Differential

A measure in quantitative genetics that quantifies the difference between the mean phenotype of selected individuals for breeding and the mean phenotype of the general population, driving evolutionary changes.

Response to Selection

The genetic change in populations over generations due to selective pressures favoring advantageous traits.

Reaction Norms

Describes the range of behaviors, phenotypes, or physiological responses of an organism under different environmental conditions.

Environmental Conditions

The various physical and biological factors that affect the life and development of organisms.