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A ribbon is cut into two pieces in the ratio 5 : 3. The longer piece is 20 cm longer than the shorter one. How long was the ribbon?

Class 6Dividing in a Given RatioRatio and Proportion
  • A40 cm
  • B60 cm
  • C160 cm
  • D80 cm

Step-by-Step Solution

Difference = 5 − 3 = 2 parts = 20 cm, so one part = 10 cm. Ribbon = 8 parts = 80 cm.
Answer: D) 80 cm

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