Rectangular plot — Length is four times breadth. A playground of 1,200 m2 occupies one-third of the total plot. Find the plot length (in meters).

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: 120

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Use the fraction of area to infer the total plot area, then apply the length-to-breadth ratio to determine dimensions and the required length.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Playground area = 1,200 m2 = (1/3) of total
  • Total area = 3 * 1,200 = 3,600 m2
  • L = 4B


Concept / Approach:
A = L * B = 4B^2 = 3,600 ⇒ B^2 = 900 ⇒ B = 30 m; then L = 4 * 30 = 120 m.



Step-by-Step Solution:
B = 30 mL = 120 m



Verification / Alternative check:
Area check: 120 * 30 = 3,600 ✔



Why Other Options Are Wrong:
20 and 30 are breadth or distractors; 60 is half the length; “None” is false.



Common Pitfalls:
Forgetting that the 1,200 m2 is only one-third of the whole plot or inverting the 4:1 ratio.



Final Answer:
120

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