Ratio & Proportion · Question 12 · Hard
Ratio & Proportion question 12
The salaries of A, B and C are in the ratio 2 : 3 : 5. If their salaries are increased by 15%, 10% and 20% respectively, what will be the new ratio?
- 3 : 4 : 6
- 23 : 33 : 60
- 2 : 3 : 5
- 23 : 30 : 60
Answer and explanation
Answer: B. 23 : 33 : 60
Explanation: New salaries are 2 × 1.15 = 2.3, 3 × 1.10 = 3.3 and 5 × 1.20 = 6. Multiplying by 10 gives 23 : 33 : 60.
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