SOLUTION: Find three numbers proportional to 5,8 and 9, such that their sum is 110

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Question 612363: Find three numbers proportional to 5,8 and 9, such that their sum is 110
Answer by flame8855(424) About Me  (Show Source):
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5x + 8y+9x =110
x = 5
25, 40 , 45