Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

Two numbers are in the ratio 6 : 5 . If we add 05 in each number then the ratio becomes 7 : 6 . Find the least number.

Options:

40

35

25

30

Correct Answer:

25

Explanation:

1st :  2nd = 6 : 5

ATQ,

⇒ \(\frac{6R + 5}{5R + 5}\) = \(\frac{7}{6}\)

⇒ 36R + 30 = 35R + 35

⇒ 1R = 5

So, Least No. = 5R = 5 × 5 = 25