Solve the problem.
-The length and width of a rectangle have a sum of 88 . What dimensions give the maximum area?
A) Length 43 and width 45
B) Length 44 and width 44
C) Length 34 and width 54
D) Length 35 and width 53

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The maximum area of a rectangle with a fixed perimeter is achieved when it is a square. Since the sum of length and width is 88, the dimensions that form a square are 44 by 44.

Solve the Problem. -The Length and Width of a Rectangle Have a Sum