Question

9. Two numbers are in the ratio 5:6. If 8 is subtracted from each of the numbers, the ratio
becomes 4:5. Find the numbers.
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Answer 1

Answer:

5 and 6

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the common multiple be x.

First number = 5x

Second number = 6x

5x - 8 = 4x

6x - 8 = 5x

Considering any of the above cases,

5x - 4x = 8

6x - 5x = 8

x = 1

First number = 5

Second number = 6