In a class there are 400 students. The r

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

In a class there are 400 students. The ratio of number of boys to girls is 5 : 3 . Find total number of boys in the school.

Options:

220

150

350

250

Correct Answer:

250

Explanation:

Boys : Girls : Total
5 : 3 : 8

ATQ,

8R = 400 ( given )

1R = 50

Number of boys = 5R = 5 × 50 = 250