Two numbers are in the ratio 5:10 and their sum is 527. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two numbers are in the ratio 5:10 and their sum is 527. Find the numbers.
A. 189 and 327
B. 175 and 350
C. 350 and 700
D. 160 and 361
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Numbers = 5k and 10k. 5k + 10k = 527 ⇒ k = 35. Thus, numbers are 175 and 350.

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