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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

The ratio of the length and the perimeter of a rectangle is 2 : 7. What is the ratio of the length and breadth of the rectangle?

Options:

4 : 3

4 : 5

5 : 4

5 : 3

Correct Answer:

4 : 3

Explanation:

Here,

L : 2(L + B)

2 : 7

⇒ 2(2 + B) = 7,

⇒ 2 + B = 3.5

⇒ B = 1.5

⇒ Ratio of Length and Breadth = 2 : 1.5 = 4 : 3.