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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

If U + V = 80 and U : V = 5 : 3, then what is the value of U - V?

Options:

20

15

30

25

Correct Answer:

20

Explanation:

U + V = 80,

⇒ U : V = 5 : 3,

⇒ (5 + 3)units = 80,

⇒ 8 units = 80,

⇒ 1 unit = 10,

⇒ u - v = 5 - 3 = 2 units = 2 x 10 = 20.

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