Set up an equation that can be used to solve the problem. Solve the equation and determine the desired value. Jim is building a rectangular deck and wants the length to be 3 ft greater than the width. What will be the dimensions of the deck if the perimeter is 66 ft? What is the width of the deck? What is the equation and the length?
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