29. Use the bar model to solve the following exercise. One-half of the lengthof stick A isof the length of stick B. Stick B is 18 cm shorter than stickA. What is the length of both sticks?

Given that, One-half of the length of stick A is Two-third of the length of stick B. Stick B is 18…

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Chapter53: Introduction To Triangles

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Problem 22A: Solve the following exercises: All dimensions are in inches. a. If 3. b. If 4.

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Use the bar model to solve the following exercise. One-half of the length of stick A is of the length of stick B. Stick B is 18 cm shorter than stick 3 A. What is the length of both sticks?