The vertical edge of the triangular sail must be 7 feet longer than the foot of the sail. What is the length of the vertical edge if the area is 198 square feet?

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Now try this problem:

The vertical edge of a right triangle is 4 ft. longer than the base. If the area is 140 sq. ft., find the width.