Question

A segment 12" long is divided into two segments having lengths in the ratio of 2:3. Find the length of the shortest segment.

Answer 1

Length of shorter segment is 4.8 inches.

Step-by-step explanation:

Length of shorter segment is Ls=12/2+3⋅2=4.8 inches.

Answer 2

The shortest segment would be 4.8

The answer therefore is: 4 4/5