Question

what number is required to subtract to each term of ratio 15:17 so that it may become equal to 5:6?​

Answer 1

Answer:

5

I hope this helps you good luck

Answer 2

Answer:

5 is to be subtractes

Step-by-step explanation:

15 : 17

-x : -x( x is the digit to be subtracted)

5 : 6

______ cross multiplication is done

15*6 -17*5 : -6x+5x

90-85: x

x=5