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Q: The sum of three numbers is 98. If the ratio of the first to the second is 2:3. And that of the second to the third is 5:8, then the second number is:

  • 1
    30
  • 2
    27
  • 3
    23
  • 4
    33
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Answer : 1. "30"
Explanation :

Answer: A) 30 Explanation: Then, A:B = 2:3 and B:C = 5:8= (5 x 3/5) : (8 x 3/5) = 3:24/5A:B:C = 2:3:24/5= 10:15:24 => B = 98 x 15/49 = 30.

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