Question

two numbers are in the ratio 2 is to 3. If their sum is 40, find the numbers​

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

2x+3x=40

5x=40

x=8

VERIFY

16+24=40

Answer 2

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the numbers be 2x and 3x

2x+3x=40

5x=40

x=8

so the numbers are =>

                                2x=2*8 =16

                                3x = 3*8 = 24