Question

A field is divided into three senion A, B and C ratio 2:3:5. If section A covers an area 3.5 acres. Calculate the area of field

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Answer 1

17.5 acres

Explanation:

Let the areas of A, B, and C be 2x, 3x, and 5x, respectively,

then 2x = 3.5 acrea, x = 3.5/2 acres

Total area is 2x + 3x + 5x = 10x = 10 * 3.5/2 = 17.5 acres