Question

The dimensions of a rectangle measuring 32cm by 24cm are enlarged in the ratio 5:2.find the new dimensions
Since each linear dimension grows by 5/2, just multiply the old value by 5/2:

new size = 32*5/2 x 24*5/2 = 80x60
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