Perimeter Word Problems

1-13 Perimeter Math Review

Perimeter

The perimeter of a garden is 42 feet.  The length is 15 feet.  What is the width?

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The perimeter of a garden is 42 feet. The length is 15 feet. What is the width?

Your answer should include the label along with the number.

Example: "2_feet" or "10_feet"

Use the formulas!

• p = 2 x (l+w)

• p = l + l + w + w

• p = 2l + 2w

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Moonja's parents are building a deck. They want the perimeter to be 60 feet. One side must be 20 feet long. What is the measurement of the width?

Your answer should include the label along with the number.

Example: "2_feet" or "10_feet"