Question

If 5+x:7+y=7:10 what is the value of x:y​

Answer 1

Answer:

x:y = 2:3

Step-by-step explanation:

given, (5+x) : (7+y) = 7 : 10

in fractional form,

=> 5+x = 7  and 7+y = 10

=> x = 7-5 and y = 10-7

=> x = 2 and y = 3

so, x:y = 2:3