The area of a rectangular plot is 18 times its breadth. If the difference between the length and the breadth is 10 metres, what is its breadth?
Choose the most appropriate option: A) 10 metres B) 8 metres C) 7.5 metres D) Data inadequate E) None of these
L × 8 metres = 18 × 8 metres   ∴ L = 18 m   and L – 8 metres = 10   ∴ 8 metres = 18 – 10 = 8 m   Answer 8 metres
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The area of a rectangular plot is 18 times its breadth. If the difference between the length and the breadth is 10 metres, what is its breadth?