Two rectangles are in proportion. The bigger rectangle has a base of 8 inches and height of 3 inches. If the smaller rectangle has a base of 5 inches, what is its height?
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12 inches
Step-by-step explanation:
area =
B=60/5=12 inch
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Concept Introduction:
Since two rectangles are in proportion we have to equate the proportions of height and base of two rectangles.
Given:
Two rectangles are in proportion.
To Find:
We have to find the value of, height of smaller rectangle.
Solution:
According to the problem,
Comparing the height and base of two rectangles: [tex]\frac{5}{8}[/tex] = [tex]\frac{x}{3}[/tex]
⇒ x = [tex]\frac{15}{8}[/tex] = [tex]1.875[/tex]
Final Answer:
The value of base of smaller rectangle is [tex]1.875[/tex] inches.
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