Find the dimensions of a rectangle with perimeter 68 m whose area is as large as possible. (If both values are the same number, enter it into both blanks.) m (smaller value) m (larger value)

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Chapter8: Areas Of Polygons And Circles
Section8.2: Perimeter And Area Of Polygons
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Find the dimensions of a rectangle with perimeter 68 m whose area is as large as possible. (If both values are the same number, enter it into both blanks.)
m (smaller value)
m (larger value)
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