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1)

The sum of two numbers is 40.Thier difference is 4 .The ratio of the number is 


A) 1 : 10

B) 5 : 6

C) 11 : 9

D) 7 : 2

E) 5 : 9

Answer:

Option C

Explanation:

8.The sum of two numbers is 40.Thier difference is 4 .The ratio of the number is

Let the numbers be x  and y

Given, x + y = 40 and x – y = 4

Solving 2x= 44 ,x = 22

Ratio =  $\frac{x}{y}=\frac{22}{18}=\frac{11}{9}$

= 11 : 9