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To find the dimensions of a rectangular field with a perimeter of 60 meters and an area of 200 square meters, the equations for perimeter (p = 2a + 2b) and area (A = ab) are used. By substituting the perimeter equation into the area equation, one can express one variable in terms of the other. Solving these equations simultaneously will yield the lengths of the sides a and b. Drawing a diagram can aid in visualizing the problem. The solution will provide the specific dimensions of the field.
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The perimeter of a rectangular field is 60 meters. Its area is 200 square meters. Find its dimensions
 
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The perimeter of a rectangle is p=2a+2b=60 meters, where a and b are contiguous sides' lengths. Do you see this? (Drawing a figure would be helpful.)

The area A=200 meters2. In terms of a and b the area is thus equal to...
 

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