Divide 64 Cm Long String into Two Parts in the Ratio 5 : 3.

Divide 64 cm long string into two parts in the ratio 5 : 3.

Sum

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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