Quadratic equations: Perimeter and Area fencing dimensions

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Homework Statement


The following enclosure is built using 280 m of fencing. If the enclosure has a total area of 2800 m2, what are the dimensions to the nearest tenth?

Homework Equations


x = [itex]\frac{-b ± \sqrt{b^{2}-4ac}}{2a}[/itex]


The Attempt at a Solution


Please note that the 3/2w and 5/2w were measurements I did with a ruler. I am pretty sure that is wrong since this question is not suppose to require manual measurements.

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