Question

If the antecedent and consequent of a ratio are increased by 5 and 6 respectively then the ratio is 5:6. Find the original ratio a `5:6 b `1:2 c `2:3 d `3:4

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

(a+5)/(b+6)=5/6

(a+5)×6 = (b+6)×5

6a+30 = 5b+30

6a-5b= 30-30

6a-5b=0

6a = 5b

a/b =5/6.