lawn is in the form of a rectangle having its breadth and length in the ratio 2 : 5. The area of the

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lawn is in the form of a rectangle having its breadth and length in the ratio 2 : 5. The area of the lawn is 1/8 hectare. The breadth of the lawn is (Approx. Value)

OPtion

1. 25
2. 24.6
3. 26.50
4. 26.36
5. 24.35
6. 22.36
7. 20.58
8. 21.56
9. 30.33
10. None of the above

Solution

1/8 hectare = 1/8 x10000 sq. Metre
= 1250 sq. metre
2x X 5x= 1250
x^2 = 1250 / 10
x^2 = 125
x = 11.18
Width = 2x = 2 x 11.18 = 22.36 metre

Correct Option: 6 Best Solution (3)