two numbers are in the ratio 5:6 and if 4 is subtracted from each,they are reduced to the ratio 4:5.Find the smallest number.
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the smallest no is 20
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The smallest number is 20
Step-by-step explanation:
Two numbers are in the ratio 5:6
Let the ratio be x
So, numbers are 5x and 6x
We are given that 4 is subtracted from each,they are reduced to the ratio 4:5.
So,
25x-20=24x-16
x=4
Numbers are :
5x=5(4)=20
6x=6(4)=24
Hence The smallest number is 20
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