An 81-inch length of ribbon is cut into 3 pieces. The longest piece is 34 inches longer than the shortest piece. The third piece is half the length of the longest piece. Find the length of each piece of ribbon.

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magical1954 · Answer

The longest is 34 inches the shortest is 17 inches and the third piece is 30 inches

Anonymous · Answer

The longest is 34 inches the shortest is 17 inches and the third piece is 30 inches ;

Anonymous · Answer

The lengths of the three pieces of ribbon are 12 inches (shortest), 46 inches (longest), and 23 inches (third piece). These values result from setting up equations based on the relationships described in the problem. By solving these equations, we find the lengths satisfying all conditions given. 
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An 81-inch length of ribbon is cut into 3 pieces. The longest piece is 34 inches longer than the shortest piece. The third piece is half the length of the longest piece. Find the length of each piece of ribbon.

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