a rectangle has an area of 40 square units. the length is 6 units greater than the width. what are the…

a rectangle has an area of 40 square units. the length is 6 units greater than the width. what are the dimensions of the rectangle? 8 by 5 10 by 4 11 by 9 13 by 7

a rectangle has an area of 40 square units. the length is 6 units greater than the width. what are the dimensions of the rectangle? 8 by 5 10 by 4 11 by 9 13 by 7

Answer

Explanation:

Step1: Check option A

Calculate $8\times5 = 40$, and $8-5=3\neq6$.

Step2: Check option B

Calculate $10\times4 = 40$, and $10 - 4=6$.

Step3: Check option C

Calculate $11\times9=99\neq40$.

Step4: Check option D

Calculate $13\times7 = 91\neq40$.

Answer:

B. 10 by 4