Question

a number is divided into two parts such that one part is 10 more than the other. lf the two parts are in the ratio 5:3,find the number and the two parts.

Answer 1

Ratio of number 1 : number 2 = 5 : 3

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STEP 1 :Define x:

Let x be the constant ratio.

Ratio of number 1 : number 2 = 5x : 3x

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STEP 2: Form the equation:

Given that their difference is 10

5x - 3x = 10

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Solve x:

2x = 10

x = 5

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STEP 3: Find the two numbers:

5x = 5(5) = 25

3x = 3(5) = 15

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Answer: The numbers are 25 and 15.

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Answer 2

there are two no . a and b.
a =x
b= 10x
x=10×
2x=10
x=10/2= 5
25:15
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