The difference between two numbers P and

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

The difference between two numbers P and Q (P > Q) is 40% of their sum. The ratio P : Q is:

Options:

6 : 4

7 : 3

8 : 5

5 : 4

Correct Answer:

7 : 3

Explanation:

Given, P>Q

P-Q = 40% (P+Q)

P-Q = 0.4P + 0.4Q

0.6P = 1.4Q

P:Q = 7:3

The correct answer is Option (2) → 7 : 3