Two numbers are in the ratio 5:3 and their sum is 590. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two numbers are in the ratio 5:3 and their sum is 590. Find the numbers.
A. 365 and 219
B. 389 and 195
C. 730 and 438
D. 348 and 236
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Numbers = 5k and 3k. 5k + 3k = 590 ⇒ k = 73. Thus, numbers are 365 and 219.

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