SOLUTION: The ratio of AB: BC is 3:2. If AC=15 cm, find the length of AB

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Question 749784: The ratio of AB: BC is 3:2. If AC=15 cm, find the length of AB
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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The ratio of AB: BC is 3:2. If AC=15 cm, find the length of AB
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AB = 3x
BC = 2x
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Equation:
3x + 2x = 15
5x = 15
x = 3
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AB = 3x = 3*3 = 9
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Stan H.
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