Quadratic Equations and Rectangles

A rectangle has the dimensions shown. This rectangle has an area of 78 square units. Select the equation that is true for this situation.

A rectangular garden has dimensions of 16 feet by 12 feet as shown in the picture. A walkway of uniform width, x, is to be constructed around the walkway, creating a larger rectangle. What are the dimensions of the larger rectangle?

• 2 meters

• 3 meters

• 4 meters

• 5 meters