Question

The difference between two whole number is 66. The ratio of two numbers is 2:5. What are the two numbers

Answer 1

Let the 2numbers be x and y

x-y=66
x=66+y---------- 1

Given their ratio
Y/x=2/5. Since x is greater than y

x=5y/2 ---- 2

Substitute 2 in 1

5y/2=66+y

3y=132
Y =132/3=44

Therefore x=66+y=66+44=110

Therefore. x=110. y=44

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

The ratio of the two numbers is 2:5.

First number = 2x and Second number = 5x

A.T.Q.

5x - 2x = 66

3x = 66

x = 22

First number = 2*22 = 44 and Second number = 5*22 = 110