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13 April, 17:12

A segment is divided into two parts having lengths in the ratio of 5:3. If the difference between the length of the parts is 6", find the length of the longest part.

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  1. 13 April, 17:18
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    Step-by-step explanation:

    Ratio = 5:3

    Let the lengths of the two parts be 5x, 3x

    5x - 3x = 6

    2x = 6

    x = 6/2

    x = 3

    Length of the longest part = 5x = 5*3 = 15"
  2. 13 April, 17:19
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    15

    Step-by-step explanation:

    i don't know, i guess 15
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