Add up the ratios 3:7:17 to get 27.
Since ratios can be scaled, we can scale the ratios to have a sum of 81 by multiplying the ratios by 3,i.e.
3:7:17 ≡ 9:21:51.
Can you take it from here?
The sum of three numbers is 81 and their ratio is 3:7:17. What is the value of the smallest number?
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no i need the answer please
Try to add up the three numbers 9,21 and 51 and see what you get.
You're welcome to confirm your answer if you are not sure.
You're welcome to confirm your answer if you are not sure.
I still need help what do you do after you add them up.