Question
The sides of a rectangle are in a ratio $3: 5,$ and the rectangle's area is 135 sq $\mathrm{m}$. Find the dimensions of the rectangle.
Step 1
Step 1: Let's denote the sides of the rectangle as $3x$ and $5x$ (since they are in the ratio $3:5$). Show more…
Show all steps
Your feedback will help us improve your experience
Jerelyn Nevil and 51 other Geometry educators are ready to help you.
Ask a new question
Labs
Want to see this concept in action?
Explore this concept interactively to see how it behaves as you change inputs.
Key Concepts
Recommended Videos
The area of a rectangle is 135 square feet. The width is 6 feet less than the length. Find the dimensions of the rectangle.
Review: Equations and Inequalities
Quadratic Equations
The length of a rectangle is 3 more than twice the width. If the ratio of width to length is 2 to $5,$ find the dimensions of the rectangle.
More Rational Expressions
Fractional Equations
Transcript
18,000,000+
Students on Numerade
Trusted by students at 8,000+ universities
Watch the video solution with this free unlock.
EMAIL
PASSWORD
