Please help?
A segment 12" long is divided into two segments having lengths in the ratio of 2:3. Find the length of each segment. (Hint: Let 2x and 3x represent the length of the parts.)

x = ?

Segment 1 = (2x) = ? inches

Segment 2 = (3x) = ? inches

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Please help?
A segment 12" long is divided into two segments having lengths in the ratio of 2:3. Find the length of each segment. (Hint: Let 2x and 3x represent the length of the parts.)

x = ?

Segment 1 = (2x) = ? inches

Segment 2 = (3x) = ? inches

radar · Answer

2x+3x=12
5x=12
x=12/5
2x=24/5"
3x=36/5"
60/5=12

anonymous · Answer

ohhhh okay it took me a bit to figure out how u got everything but i get it

radar · Answer

The two segments are 24/5 and 36/5 inches and they sum up to 12 inches.

anonymous · Answer

okay thanks a bunch cx

radar · Answer

you're welcome.