Question

Two numbers are in the ratio 5 : 7. If 12 is added to each of these, their sum becomes 144. Find the numbers.

Answer 1

Let, the no be 5x ,7x

According to question= ( 5x+12) +(7x+12) = 144

= 5x +7x =144 -12-12

=12x=120

= x= 60

5 * x ,= 300

7*x = 420

Hope it help

Answer 2

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

5m + 7m = 144.

12m = 144.

m = 12.

Therefore, the smaller number is 5m = 60.

Answer : 60.