SOLUTION: A board is 18 inches long is cut into two pieces in the ratio 2:7. Find the length of each piece.

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Question 397590: A board is 18 inches long is cut into two pieces in the ratio 2:7. Find the length of each piece.
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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k is the constant of proportionality (fudge factor)

2k + 7k = 18 ___ 9k = 18 ___ k = 2

2(2) = 4

7(2) = 14