Question

What number must be added to each term of the ratio 9:16 to make the ratio 2 : 3?
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Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the number to be added be x

According to the question,

(9+x)/(16+x) = 2/3

= 3(9+x) = 2(16+x)

= 27 + 3x = 32 + 2x

x = 5

5 should be added.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

5 number is added. Above explanation is correct