Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

If A : B is 2 : 3 and B - A = 28, then what is the value of B + A?

Options:

120

150

130

140

Correct Answer:

140

Explanation:

A : B = 2 : 3,

B - A = 28,

⇒ (3 - 2) unit = 28,

⇒ 1 unit = 28,

⇒ B + A = 3 + 2 = 5 units = 5 x 28 = 140.