Two number are in the ratio 3 : 5. If 9 is subtracted from each, the new numbers are in the ratio 12 : 23. The smaller number is:
| 1. | Two number are in the ratio 3 : 5. If 9 is subtracted from each, the new numbers are in the ratio 12 : 23. The smaller number is: |
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Answer: Option B Explanation:
Let the numbers be 3x and 5x.
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23(3x - 9) = 12(5x - 9)
The smaller number = (3 x 11) = 33.Leave a Comment