Math, asked by LauraJones, 1 year ago

Two numbers are in the ratio 8:9. If they differ by 7, what are the numbers?

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Answered by HarshitMestry123
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Answered by TooFree
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Ratio = 8 : 9

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Let the constant ratio be x:

Ratio = 8x : 9x

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The differs by 7:

9x - 8x = 7

x = 7

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7x = 7(7) = 49

8x = 8(7) = 56

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Ratio = 49 : 56

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Answer: The two numbers are 49 and 56


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