Two numbers are in ratio 7:9, and their sum is 128. Find the numbers.
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Two numbers are in ratio 7:9, and their sum is 128. Find the numbers.
Answer: B. 56, 72 — 1. Let the two numbers be represented as 7x and 9x. 2. Set up the equation based on their sum: 7x + 9x = 128. 3. Solve for x: 16x = 128, which means x = 8. 4.…
- A.
49, 79
- B.
56, 72
- C.
62, 66
- D.
70, 58
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Correct answer: B
1. Let the two numbers be represented as 7x and 9x. 2. Set up the equation based on their sum: 7x + 9x = 128. 3. Solve for x: 16x = 128, which means x = 8. 4. Calculate the actual numbers: 7 * 8 = 56, and 9 * 8 = 72. Final Answer: Option B
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