Solve.
-A rectangular garden has dimensions of 17 feet by 13 feet. A gravel path of equal width is to be built around the garden. How wide can the path be if there is enough gravel for 304 square feet?
A)4 ft
B)6 ft
C)6.5 ft
D)5 ft

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The area of the garden is 17 * 13 = 221 square feet. The total area, including the path, is 221 + 304 = 525 square feet. Let the width of the path be x feet. The dimensions of the garden plus the path are (17 + 2x) by (13 + 2x). So, (17 + 2x)(13 + 2x) = 525. Solving for x gives x = 4 feet.

Solve. -A Rectangular Garden Has Dimensions of 17 Feet by 13