Two numbers are in the ratio 4:5 and their sum is 398. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two numbers are in the ratio 4:5 and their sum is 398. Find the numbers.
A. 190 and 207
B. 352 and 440
C. 176 and 220
D. 157 and 225
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Numbers = 4k and 5k. 4k + 5k = 398 ⇒ k = 44. Thus, numbers are 176 and 220.

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