GCE Mathematics 2024 Objective — Question 20
Question 20 of 50 from the General Certificate of Education (GCE) Mathematics 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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A piece of rod of length 44m is cut to form a rectangular shape such that the ratio of the length to the breadth is 7:4. Find the length.
- A. A. 8m
- B. B. 14mCorrect
- C. C. 16m
- D. D. 24m
Explanation
Perimeter=44m=2(l+b), so l+b=22m. Ratio l:b=7:4, so total parts=11, 1 part=22/11=2m. Length=7×2=14m.
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