Problema Solution

the area of garrett's living room is 18.0876 square yards

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The problem statement is ambiguous.  If a square room is assumed then let 'x' represent the width/length of the room and a numeric width and length can be obtained:

18.0876=x^2

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x={4.25, -4.25}

Taking the positive value the width and length would each be approximately 4.25 yards.