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1 August, 11:37

The sides of a triangle are in the ratio 3:4:5. Describe the length of the longest side if the

perimeter is at least 60 inches.

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  1. 1 August, 11:56
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    Add the ratios: 3 + 4 + 5 = 12

    Divide the perimeter by 12:

    60/12 = 5

    Multiply each ratio by 5:

    3*5 = 15 inches

    4*5 = 20 inches

    5*5 = 25 inches

    The length of the longest side is 25 inches.
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