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Two numbers are in the ratio 3 : 4. What % of the larger number must be added to each number so that their ratio becomes 5 : 6.1. 50%2. 30%3. 75%4. 33%5. None

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : 50%

Concept:

Ratio proportion

Calculation:

Let the two numbers be 3x and 4x.

⇒ (3x + y)/(4x + y) = 5/6

⇒ 18x + 6y = 20x + 5y

⇒ y = 2x

50% of larger number 4x must be added.



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