Question

when 50% of one number is added to a second number,the second number reduces to its four-thirds.what is the ratio between the first & second number?​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

The ratio of first & second number is 2:3

Answer 2

Answer:

3

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the two numbers be x , y

According to the question

0.5 x + y = 3y / 4

0.5 x = y - 0.75y

0.5 x = 0.25 y

$\frac{x}{y} =\frac{0.75}{0.25}$ = 3