SOLUTION: A photo 5 inches wide and 8 inches long is enlarged. How long is the new photo if it is 8 inches wide?

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Question 1128188: A photo 5 inches wide and 8 inches long is enlarged. How long is the new photo if it is 8 inches wide?
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A photo 5 inches wide and 8 inches long is enlarged. How long is the new photo if it is 8 inches wide?
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If the ratio is constant:
8 = 5*1.6
Length = 8*1.6 inches