Question

A length of tubing 75.0 inches long is cut into 2 unequal lengths. One piece is 3 times as long as the other. Determine the length of the shorter piece in inches.

Answer 1

Explanation:

x = short piece

3x = longer piece summed , they equal 75 in

x + 3x = 75 in

4x = 75

x = 75/4 in = 18.75 in