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Question
Divide 64 cm long string into two parts in the ratio 5 : 3.
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Solution
Sum of ratios = 5 + 3 = 8
∴ first part = `5/8` of 64 cm = 40 cm
Second part = `3/8` of 64 cm = 24 cm
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