Question

A 3 foot stick is broken into two pieces. The ratio of the

two pieces is 5:7. How big are the two pieces?

Answer 1

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

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