Answer:
The width of the rectangle is 12.1 meters
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Find the width
2w + 2(w + 2.3) = 53
2w + 2w + 4.6 = 53
Step 2: Combine like terms
2w + 2w + 4.6 = 53
4w + 4.6 = 53
Step 3: Subtract 4.6 from both sides
4w + 4.6 - 4.6 = 53 - 4.6
4w = 48.4
Step 4: Divide both sides by 4
4w / 4 = 48.4 / 4
w = 12.1
Answer: The width of the rectangle is 12.1 meters
