Question

Two numbers are in the ratio 5:6. If the sum of the numbers is 165, the numbers are:
a) 80, 85
b) 100.66
c) 75,90
none​

Answer 1

Answer:

Given:-

Ratio of two numbers 5:6

Sum of two numbers is 165

Let two numbers be 5x and 6x

According to question

$5x + 6x = 165$

$11x = 165$

$x \: \: \: \: = \frac{165}{11}$

$x \: \: \: \: = 15$

5x = 5 × 15

= 75

6x = 6 × 15

= 90

Option 3 is correct.

Step-by-step explanation:

Hope this helps you.

# By Sparkly Princess