Which least number must be added to two

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

Which least number must be added to two numbers that are in the ratio of 21 : 17 so that they become in the ratio of 6 : 5?

Options:

Correct Answer:

Explanation:

Let the number which is to be added = x

ATQ,

$\frac{21 + x}{17 + x}$ = $\frac{6}{5}$

105 + 5x = 102 + 6x

x = 3