The total length of 6 ropes and 4 threads is 300 cm. The length of a thread is
27 of the length of the rope. What is the total length of the 4 threads?
| |
Ropes |
Threads |
Total |
| Number |
6 |
4 |
|
| Value |
7 u |
2 u |
|
| Total value |
42 u |
8 u |
50 u |
Length of 6 ropes and 4 threads
= 42 u + 8 u
= 50 u
50 u = 300
1 u = 300 ÷ 50 = 6
Total length of the 4 threads
= 8 u
= 8 x 6
= 48 cm
Answer(s): 48 cm
