SOLUTION: the widths of two similar rectangles are 16cm and 14cm. whats the ratio of perimeter. and areas?

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Question 260021: the widths of two similar rectangles are 16cm and 14cm. whats the ratio of perimeter. and areas?
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The widths of two similar rectangles are 16cm and 14cm. whats the ratio of perimeter and areas?
Sol'n:
A = (16 x 14)= 224 sq. cm.
P = 2(a+b) = 2(16+14) = 60 cm
Ratio = P/A
P/A = 60/224
Ratio = 15:56 - - - answer