The sum of three numbers is 1050 . If the ratio between the first and second be 5 : 4 and that of between the second and third be 3 : 2 , then find the third number.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
I : II : III : Total
5 : 4
3 : 2
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15 : 12 : 8 : 35
35R = 1050
1R = 30
8R = 8 × 30 = 240