Question

the perimeter of the trapezoid - shaped window frame is 23.59 feet. write and solve an equation to find the unknown side length x (in feet).
equation:
$x = $

Explanation:

Step1: Set up perimeter equation

The perimeter of a shape is the sum of all its side lengths. Let the unknown side be $x$.
$3.65 + 5.62 + 5.62 + x = 23.59$

Step2: Sum known side lengths

Calculate the total of the given sides.
$3.65 + 5.62 + 5.62 = 14.89$

Step3: Isolate $x$

Subtract the sum of known sides from the total perimeter.
$x = 23.59 - 14.89$

Step4: Calculate $x$

Compute the final value of $x$.
$x = 8.7$

Answer:

Equation: $3.65 + 5.62 + 5.62 + x = 23.59$
$x = 8.7$