The length of a rectangular plot is 20 metres more than its breadth If the cost of fencing the plot ...........

Quantitative Aptitude ( CCS) Mensuration 2D

The length of a rectangular plot is 20 metres more than its breadth. If the cost of fencing the plot @ Rs. 26.50 per metre is Rs. 5300, what is the length of the plot in metres?

40 m

58 m

60 m

35 m

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Explanation:

Let length of plot = L meters, then breadth = L - 20 meters
and perimeter = 2[L + L - 20] = [4L - 40] meters
[4L - 40] * 26.50 = 5300
[4L - 40] = 5300 / 26.50 = 200
4L = 240
L = 240/4= 60 meters.