Two numbers are in the ratio 11:13 and their sum is 148. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two numbers are in the ratio 11:13 and their sum is 148. Find the numbers.
A. 66 and 78
B. 132 and 156
C. 50 and 90
D. 96 and 67
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Numbers = 11k and 13k. 11k + 13k = 148 ⇒ k = 6. Thus, numbers are 66 and 78.

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