Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

l = x; b = x - 1

perimeter = 2(l + b) = 16

l + b = \(\frac{16}{2}\) = 8

l + b = 8

x + x - 1 = 8

2x = 8 + 1

2x = 9

x = \(\frac{9}{2}\)cm

x = 4\(\frac{1}{2}\)

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