Question

If the Compound ratio of 5:8 and 3:7 is 45:x. Find
the value of x.​

Answer 1

Answer:

The compound ratio of the given fractions:

8

5

×

7

3

=

56

15

∴

56

15

=

x

45

⇒x=45×

15

56

=3×56=168

Thus the value of x=168

Answer 2

Answer:

x= 168

Step-by-step explanation:

Compound Ratio of 5:8 :: 3:7 is,

5/8*3/7= 15/56

According to the problem,

15/56= 45/x

X= 45*56/15 (cancelling all the terms)

X= 168