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Two lengths of steel are in ratio 8:5 respectively. If the first length is 120m whats the second length

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Answer: 75

Explanation:

8/5 = 120/x

Then cross multiply

8x = 120(5)

8x = 600

8x/8 = 600/8

x = 75

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