Question

Solve the word problems.
Two numbers are in the ratio 5:8 If the sum of the numbers is 182, find the numbers.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the no. be x

the ratio will be

5x and 8x

Ato q

5x+8x=182

13x=182

x=182/13=14

no.

5x=70

8x=112

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the numbers be X,then

Given, 5X+8X=182

13X=182

X=

$x = \frac{182}{13}$

So, X=14

Now, first no. =5X

=5×14

=70

Second no. =8X

=8×14

=112