Question

Two numbers are 40% and 60% more than a number 'y'. Find the ratio of the first two numbers.
2.3
3:2
7:8
87​

Answer 1

Answer:

the answer is 7:8

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the third number be x.

According to the question,

First number = x + x × (40/100) = 1.40x

Second number = x + x × (60/100) = 1.60x

So, the ratio of first and second number = 1.40x ∶ 1.60x = 7 ∶ 8