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In the figure given below, a rectangle of perimeter 76 units is divided into 7 congruent rectangles.


What is the perimeter of each of the smaller rectangles?
MathematicsStraight LinesKVPYKVPY 2015 (SA)
Options:
  • A 38
  • B 32
  • C 28
  • D 19
Solution:
1237 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 28
Let Sides of Rectangle are $x$ \& y Then
$$
\begin{array}{l}
5 x+6 y=76 \\
4 y=3 x
\end{array}
$$
After solving we get $y=6, x=8$ Perimeter $=2(x+y)=28$

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