Two numbers are in the ratio 11:5 and their sum is 789. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two numbers are in the ratio 11:5 and their sum is 789. Find the numbers.
A. 524 and 251
B. 1078 and 490
C. 566 and 224
D. 539 and 245
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Numbers = 11k and 5k. 11k + 5k = 789 ⇒ k = 49. Thus, numbers are 539 and 245.

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A. 325 and 125
B. 314 and 136
C. 341 and 114
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Correct Answer: Option A


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If a:b = 6:10 and b:c = 10:4, then a:b:c = ?
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B. 5:10:5
C. 6:11:4
D. 6:10:4

Correct Answer: Option D


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If a:b = 8:6 and b:c = 6:11, then a:b:c = ?
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Correct Answer: Option A


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