Solve the problem.
-The length of a rectangular storage room is 2 feet longer than its width. If the area of the room is 195 square feet, find its dimensions.
A) w = 14 ft, l = 16 ft
B) w = 12 ft, l = 14 ft
C) w = 12 ft, l = 16 ft
D) w = 13 ft, l = 15 ft

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Let the width be w feet. Then the length is w + 2 feet. The area is given by w(w + 2) = 195. Solving the quadratic equation w^2 + 2w - 195 = 0 gives w = 13, so the length is 15 feet.

Solve the Problem. -The Length of a Rectangular Storage Room Is 2 Feet