If we increase the length by 2 units and the breadth by 2 units, then the area of rectangle is increased by 54 square units. Find the perimeter of the rectangle (in units). 

A) 50 

B) 60 

C) 58 

D) 68

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Correct option is (A) 50

Let length and breadth of original rectangle are \(l\;and\;b\) respectively.

\(\therefore\) Area of original rectangle \(=lb\) square units

According to given condition, the new area of rectangle will be

\((l+2)(b+2)=lb+54\)

\(\Rightarrow lb+2l+2b+4=lb+54\)

\(\Rightarrow2(l+b)=54-4=50\)

\(\therefore\) Perimeter of the rectangle is

\(P=2(l+b)\) = 50 units

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Correct option is A) 50

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