Two numbers are in the ratio 13:6 and their sum is 485. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Two numbers are in the ratio 13:6 and their sum is 485. Find the numbers.

A. 650 and 300

B. 306 and 158

C. 342 and 131

D. 325 and 150

Answer: Option D

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Numbers = 13k and 6k. 13k + 6k = 485 ⇒ k = 25. Thus, numbers are 325 and 150.

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