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Q: Two numbers are in the ratio 3 : 7. If 6 be added to each of them, then they are in the ratio 5 : 9. Find the numbers ?

  • 1
    11 & 17
  • 2
    7 & 17
  • 3
    9 & 21
  • 4
    13 & 23
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Answer : 3. "9 & 21"
Explanation :

Answer: C) 9 & 21 Explanation: Let the two numbers be x and y Given x : y = 3 : 7 .....(1) Now, x+6 : y+6 = 5 : 9 .....(2) From (1), x = 3y/7 From (2), 5y - 9x = 24 => 5y - 9(3y/7) = 24 => y = 21 => From(1), x = 9 Hence, the two numbers be 9 and 21

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