Math Problem Statement

Write the algebraic expression for: a rectangular field 50 meters wide and x meters long require 260 meters of fencing.

Solution

To represent this situation as an algebraic expression, we need to account for the perimeter of the rectangular field, since the fencing will cover all four sides of the field.

The formula for the perimeter of a rectangle is:
Perimeter=2(Length+Width)\text{Perimeter} = 2(\text{Length} + \text{Width})

Here, the width of the field is 50meters50 \, \text{meters}, and the length is xmetersx \, \text{meters}. The total amount of fencing required is 260meters260 \, \text{meters}. Substituting these into the formula gives:
2(x+50)=2602(x + 50) = 260

Final Expression:

2(x+50)=2602(x + 50) = 260

This equation represents the relationship between the dimensions of the field and the amount of fencing needed.


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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Perimeter of a Rectangle
Linear Equations

Formulas

Perimeter = 2(Length + Width)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8