the actual length of a rectangular platform used for assembeling robots is 6 feet. in amal's drawing, the platform measures 1.2

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3 years ago

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inches in legnth and 1 inch in width. what is the actual width of the platform? write a proportion to justify your answer.

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saw5 [17] · Answer 1 · 2022-08-21T15:24:57+03:00

saw5 [17]3 years ago

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Answer:

Actual width = 5 feet.

Step-by-step explanation:

The ratio of 1.2 to 1 equals the ratio of length to width.

1.2 / 1 = 6 / w where w is the actual width.

1.2w = 6

w = 6/1.2

w = 5.