Question

Two numbers are in the ratio 3 : 5 .If the sum of the numbers is 7200 , find the numbers.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

2700 & 4500

Step-by-step explanation:

ratio of the numbers is 3 : 5

let the common multiplier be x

:. the numbers will be 3x and 5x

also their sum = 7200

:. 3x+5x=7200

:. 8x = 7200

:. x = 900

:. the numbers:

3x = 3*900 = 2700

5x = 5*900 = 4500