A Blueprint Indicates a Master Bedroom in the Shape of a Rectangle

question 54

Multiple Choice

A blueprint indicates a master bedroom in the shape of a rectangle. If the width is increased by 5 feet and the length remains the same, then the area is increased by 100 square feet. However, if the width is increased by 3 feet and the length is increased by 4 feet, then the area is increased by 140 square feet. Find the dimensions of the room as indicated on the blueprint.

• A) width 16 feet and length 21 feet
• B) width 19 feet and length 19 feet
• C) width 17 feet and length 20 feet

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