SSAT Math Question 127: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 127

3. A snapshot measures 239426.png inches by 139415.png inches. It is to be enlarged so that the longer dimension will be 4 inches. The length of the enlarged shorter dimension will be

  • A. 239405.png inches.
  • B. 239393.png inches.
  • C. 3 inches.
  • D. 339384.png inches.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

The correct answer is (C). This is a proportion problem. Set up the proportion as follows:

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Divide both sides by the coefficient of x and calculate:

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