SOLUTION: The ratio of width to length in a certain rectangle is 5:8. The actual length of the rectangle is 12cm. what is the actual width?

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Question 806875: The ratio of width to length in a certain rectangle is 5:8. The actual length of the rectangle is 12cm. what is the actual width?
Answer by erica65404(394) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
If u look at the ratio like a fraction it will make things easier.
w%2Fl=5%2F8=w%2F12
Cross multiply
8w=60
w=7.5
The width is 7.5cm.