Question

Two numbers are in the ratio 5 : 3. If they differ by 18, what are the
numbers.​

Answer 1

Answer:

LET THE TWO NUMBERS BE 5x and 3x

5x - 3x = 18

2x = 18

x = 18 ÷2

x = 9

the first number = 5x

= 5 ×9

= 45

second number = 3 x

= 3 × 9

=. 27