Solve the problem by combining like terms.
-A rectangle has sides of length 8x + 3 meters and 4x - 5 meters. What is the perimeter of the rectangle?
A)24x - 4 meters
B)20x meters
C)12x - 2 meters
D)24x - 2 meters

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The perimeter of a rectangle is given by the formula 2(length + width). Substituting the given lengths, we get 2((8x + 3) + (4x - 5)) = 2(12x - 2) = 24x - 4 meters.

Solve the Problem by Combining Like Terms