Question

The ratio of two numbers is 3:7, If the smaller number is 18, find the greater number​

Answer 1

Answer:

42

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the numbers be 3x and 7x

Smaller number = 18

hence, 3x = 18

x = 18/3

x = 6

Greater number = 7x = 7*6 = 42

Answer 2

Answer:

the greater number​

42

Step-by-step explanation:

3:7 = 18: x

cross multiply

3x= 18 * 7

x= 18 * 7/ 3

x = 6*7

x= 42