The ratio of two numbers A and B is 5 :

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

The ratio of two numbers A and B is 5 : 8. If 5 is added to each of A and B, then the ratio becomes 2 : 3. The difference in A and B is:

Options:

Correct Answer:

Explanation:

Ratio = 5 : 8

5 is added,

\(\frac{5R+5}{8R+5}\) = \(\frac{2}{3}\)

15R + 15 = 16R + 10

R = 5

A = 25, B = 40

Difference = 15