Question

Two numbers are in the ratio 5:7. If they differ by 42, find the numbers.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Numbers are 105 and 147

Explanation:

Numbers are 5x and 7x

7x is the larger number so-

7x-42=5x

7x-5x=42

2x=42

x=42/2

x=21

5x=5*21=105

7x=7*21=147

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Answer 2

Answer:

147 And 105

Explanation:

let the numbers be 5y and 7y

According To Question:

7y -5y = 42

2y = 42

y = 42÷2

y = 21

The numbers are:

5y = 5×21 = 105

7y = 7×21 = 147