1998 AHSME Problems/Problem 10
Problem 10
A large square is divided into a small square surrounded by four congruent rectangles as shown. The perimter of each of the congruent rectangles is . What is the area of the large square?
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A large square is divided into a small square surrounded by four congruent rectangles as shown. The perimter of each of the congruent rectangles is . What is the area of the large square?
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