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  • 25-01-2022
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A 3 foot stick is broken into two pieces. The ratio of the
two pieces is 5:7. How big are the two pieces?

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  • 25-01-2022

Answer:

The first piece is 15 in and the second piece is 21 in

Step-by-step explanation:

5 + 7 = 12

3 ft = 3 x 12 in = 36 in

36 ÷ 12 = 3

5 x 3 = 15       7 x 3 = 21

The first piece is 15 in and the second piece is 21 in

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