Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

Two numbers are in the ratio 4 : 3 . If we add 05 in each number then the ratio becomes 5 : 4. Find the least number.

Options:

24

25

15

20

Correct Answer:

15

Explanation:

1st :  2nd = 4 : 3

ATQ,

⇒ \(\frac{4R + 5}{3R + 5}\) = \(\frac{5}{4}\)

⇒ 16R + 20 = 15R + 25

⇒ 1R = 5

So, Least No. = 3R = 3 × 5 = 15