wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
4
You visited us 4 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Find the length of RP, if P divides the line segment RS=12 cm in the ratio of 3:5.

A
4.5 cm
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
7.5 cm
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
5.5 cm
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
None of these
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is A 4.5 cm
Let RP=3x and PS=5x
RS=12
RP+PS=12
3x+5x=12
8x=12
x=1.5
RP=3x=3×1.5=4.5 cm

835074_594550_ans_5013092632f54e089b7b43b4116bf534.jpeg

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Rate of Change
MATHEMATICS
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon