Perimeter Word Problems with Variables Quiz

What is the perimeter of the rectangle given in the problem?

• 40 inches

• 36 inches

• 32 inches

• 28 inches

If the width of the rectangle is represented by 'w', how is the length expressed in terms of 'w'?

• w + 8

• 2w + 8

• 3w + 8

• 4w + 8

What is the first step in solving the equation for the perimeter of the rectangle?

• Subtract 8 from both sides

• Multiply the length by 2

• Distribute the 2 across the terms in parentheses

• Add the length and width

After combining like terms, what equation do we get?

• 6w + 16 = 32

• 8w + 16 = 32

• 8w + 8 = 32

• 6w + 8 = 32

What is the width of the rectangle after solving the equation?

• 5 inches

• 2 inches

• 3 inches

• 4 inches