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    Question

    The sum of three numbers is 130. If the ratio of

    smallest number to largest number is 1:6, and that of smallest number to second smallest number is 1:3, then find the largest number.
    A 60 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 72 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 78 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 90 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the smallest number be 'x' So, second smallest number = 3x And largest number = x Ă— 6 = 6x ATQ: 3x + 6x + x = 130 Or,
    10x = 130 So,
    x = 13 So, largest number = 13 Ă— 6 = 78

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