Ratio & Proportion · Question 5 · Easy
Two numbers are in the ratio 5 : 7 and their sum is 96. What is the larger number?
- 40
- 48
- 60
- 56
Answer and explanation
Answer: D. 56
Explanation: Total parts = 12, so one part = 96 ÷ 12 = 8. The larger number = 7 × 8 = 56.
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