Math Problem Statement

The perimeter of quadrilateral JKLM is 90 centimeters. Which is the length of side KL?

Solution

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The perimeter of quadrilateral JKLMJ K L M is given as 90 cm. The sides are labeled in the diagram as follows:

  • JK=n+7J K = n + 7
  • KL=nK L = n
  • LM=2n12L M = 2n - 12
  • MJ=3n+4M J = 3n + 4

The perimeter is the sum of all the sides, so we have: (n+7)+n+(2n12)+(3n+4)=90(n + 7) + n + (2n - 12) + (3n + 4) = 90

Now, simplify the expression: n+7+n+2n12+3n+4=90n + 7 + n + 2n - 12 + 3n + 4 = 90 7n1=907n - 1 = 90 Add 1 to both sides: 7n=917n = 91 Solve for nn: n=917=13n = \frac{91}{7} = 13

Now that we know n=13n = 13, we can find the length of side KLK L: KL=n=13cmK L = n = 13 \, \text{cm}

Thus, the length of side KLK L is 13 cm.

Would you like more details or explanations? Here are five related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the length of side JKJ K when n=13n = 13?
  2. What is the length of side LML M when n=13n = 13?
  3. What is the length of side MJM J when n=13n = 13?
  4. How does changing the perimeter affect the value of nn?
  5. How do we verify that the total perimeter is 90 cm after calculating all sides?

Tip: Always double-check each part of your equation after solving for nn to ensure the calculations are correct.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Perimeter of Quadrilaterals
Linear Equations

Formulas

Perimeter = sum of all sides
KL = n
JK = n + 7
LM = 2n - 12
MJ = 3n + 4

Theorems

Solving Linear Equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9