The length and breadth of a rectangular flag is in the ratio 5 : 3. If length of the flag is 25 cm , find the area of the flag.
375 cm2
Let Breadth = 3x and Length = 5x
5x = 25 ⇒ x = 255 = 5
Breadth = 3x = 15 cm
∴ Area = Length × Breadth = 25 × 15 = 375 cm2