Question

Two numbers are in the ratio 5 : 3, if they differ by 18, what are these numbers ?
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Answer 1

Answer:

5x-3x=18

2x=18

x=18/2

x=9

first number is 5×9=45

second number is 3×9=27

Answer 2

Answer:

the answer is 49/3

Step-by-step explanation:

5:3=5/3-18/1

LCM of 3,1= 3

5-54/3= 49/3