Question

Two numbers are respectively 50% and 40% more than a third number. Find the ratio of two numbers.

A 16:13 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 15:14 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 14:17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D 13:14 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Let the third number be x. According to the question, First number = (150/100)×x Second number = (140/100)×x Required ratio = [(150/100)×x] : [(140/100)×x] = 15:14

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