An order was placed for a carpet whose length and width were in the ratio of 3 : 2. Subsequently, the dimensions of the carpet were altered such that its length and width were in the ratio 2 : 1 but were was no change in its perimeter. What is the ratio of the areas of the carpets?
Choose the correct answer: A) 7 : 5 B) 12 : 11 C) 17 : 15 D) 22 : 17 E) 27 : 25

Rationale: "let the length and width of one carpet be 3 x and 2 x . let the length and width of the other carpet be 2 y and y . 2 ( 3 x + 2 x ) = 2 ( 2 y + y ) 5 x = 3 y ( 5 / 3 ) * x = y the ratio of the areas of the carpet in both cases : = 3 x * 2 x : 2 y * y = 6 x ^ 2 : 2 y ^ 2 = 6 x ^ 2 : 2 * ( 25 / 9 ) * x ^ 2 = 54 : 50 = 27 : 25 the answer is e ."
Answer: E