Two numbers are in the ratio 8:5. If they differ by 16, what are the numbers?
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Let's think outside the box first. If there are numbers in the ratio 8:5, what will be the ratio of difference?
The numbers are in the ratio of 8:5:3.
8 : 5 : 3 = ? : ? : 16
Let's divide by three then multiply by 16.
128/3 : 80/3 : 16 = ? : ? : 16
Therefore, the numbers are 128/3 and 80/3.
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128/3 and 80/ 3
Step-by-step explanation:
The numbers are in the ratio of 8:5:3.
8 : 5 : 3 = ? : ? : 16
Let's divide by three then multiply by 16.
128/3 : 80/3 : 16 = ? : ? : 16
Therefore, the numbers are 128/3 and 80/3.
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