Two numbers are in the ratio 6:5 and their sum is 517. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two numbers are in the ratio 6:5 and their sum is 517. Find the numbers.
A. 282 and 235
B. 267 and 244
C. 564 and 470
D. 304 and 215
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Numbers = 6k and 5k. 6k + 5k = 517 ⇒ k = 47. Thus, numbers are 282 and 235.

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