To number are in the ratio 5:7. And the sum of these numbers is 252 larger number is .
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Let the constant be k,
Then the numbers are 5x and 7x
Now, according to the question,
5x + 7x = 252
12x = 252
x = 21
Hence, larger number, 7x = 7*21 = 147
Then the numbers are 5x and 7x
Now, according to the question,
5x + 7x = 252
12x = 252
x = 21
Hence, larger number, 7x = 7*21 = 147
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