Question

Two numbers are in the ratio 3:5. If 9 be subtracted from each, they are in the ratio of 9:17. The first
number is:
Select one
o a. 36
O b. 18
O C.30
Od 27​

Answer 1

Answer:

36

Step-by-step explanation:

3x-9/5x-9 = 9/17

51x-153=45x-81

6x=72

x=12

then first value 3x is 3*12= 36