79–92 ■ Inequalities Solve the inequality. Express the solutionusing interval notation and graph the solution set on the real number line. 78. Dimensions of a Garden A homeowner wishes to fence inthree adjoining garden plots, one for each of her children, asshown in the figure. If each plot is to be 80 ft² in area and shehas 88 ft of fencing material at hand, what dimensions shouldeach plot have?

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78. Dimensions of a Garden A homeowner wishes to fence in three adjoining garden plots, one for each of her children, as shown in the figure. If each plot is to be 80 ft² in area and she has 88 ft of fencing material at hand, what dimensions should each plot have?