Question

The points F, G, H and I all lie on the same line segment, in that order, such that the
ratio of FG : GH: HI is equal to 3 : 2: 4. If FI = 18, find FH.

Answer 1

Answer:

10

   

Step-by-step explanation:

    Given line:

              F       G       H        I

         

 FI  = 18

Unknown:

FH = ?

Solution:

To find the line FH, we use the ratio given;

               FG : GH: HI

               3    :   2  : 4 ; Total  = 3 + 2 + 4 = 9

  Since FI is 18;

FH  = $\frac{3 + 2}{9}$  x 18 = $\frac{5}{9} x 18$  = 10

FH  = 10