Question

Two number are in the ratio 5:7 .when 3 is added to each number, the new ratio becomes 3:8. Find the number.

Answer 1

Answer:

(-6)

Step-by-step explanation:

(5x+3) + (7x+3) = 3x+8x

12x+6=11x

12x-11x=(-6)

x=(-6)