Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

Two numbers are in the ratio 9 : 7. If we add 05 in each number then the ratio becomes 5 : 4. Find the least number.

Options:

45

35

56

54

Correct Answer:

35

Explanation:

1st :  2nd = 9 : 7

ATQ,

⇒ \(\frac{9R + 5}{7R + 5}\) = \(\frac{5}{4}\)

⇒ 36R + 20 = 35R + 25

⇒ 1R = 5

So, Least No. = 7R = 7 × 5 = 35