if the compound ratio of 7:5 and 8:x is 84:60 find the value of x
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Answer:8
Step-by-step explanation:
As we know, the compound ration of a:b and c:d is given by ac:bd.
A/C to given question,
a = 7, b = 5, c = 8 and d = x.
We are also given the compound ratio to be 84:60.
Now,
=> (7×8)/(5×x) = 84:60
=> x = (7×8×60)/(84×5)
=> x = 8.
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