Question

Two numbers are in the ratio 3:5 and their sum is 96. The larger number is it a mathematical question​

Answer 1

Answer:

Yes, it's a mathematical question and the answer is as follows.

Let x be common ratio

3x +5x =96

8x = 96

X = 96/8

X =12

Therfore the numbers are:

3 x 12 = 36

5 x 12 = 60 #BRAINLY

#irshad

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the first no. =3x

Let the second no. =5x

Then,

3x + 5x =96

8x =96

X = 96 ÷ 8

X = 12

Thus, the first no. = 12 * 3 = 36

Second no. = 12 * 5 = 60