Two numbers A and B are in the ratio 13 : 17. If A is increased by 15% and B is increased by 30%, then the new ratio of A to B will be:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
A : B
13 : 17
A is increased by 15% and B is increased by 30%
⇒ 13 x 115% : 17 x 130%
⇒ 14.95 : 22.1
⇒ The new ratio of A to B = 23 : 34.