A rectangular field is to be fenced on three sides leaving a side of 30 feet uncovered. If the area of the field is 720 sq. feet, how many feet of fencing will be required? Select the correct option.
A) 78  B) 40  C) 68  D) 88  E) None
EXPLANATION   We have: l = 30 ft and lb = 720 sq. ft.   So, b = 24 ft.   Length of fencing = (l + 2b) = (30 + 48)= 
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A rectangular field is to be fenced on three sides leaving a side of 30 feet uncovered. If the area of the field is 720 sq. feet, how many feet of fencing will be required?