Mathematics
Reena weighed 63 kg. She reduced her weight in the ratio 9 : 8. Find her new weight.
Ratio Proportion
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Answer
Given:
Original Weight = 63 kg
Reduction Ratio = Old weight : New weight = 9 : 8
9 parts = 63 kg
1 part = 63 ÷ 9 = 7 kg.
The new weight is represented by 8 parts.
New weight 8 x 7 kg = 56 kg.
Her new weight is 56 kg.
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