SOLUTION: The ratio of Sam's height to Joe's height is 5:6. Sam is 57" tall, how tall is Joe?

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Question 863407: The ratio of Sam's height to Joe's height is 5:6. Sam is 57" tall, how tall is Joe?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Hi
Let x represent the constant of proportionality
5x = 57"
x = 11.4
Joe is = 68.4"

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