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    If the ratio of two numbers a and b is 5 : 3, then find the value of (3a − 2b) : (6a + 2b).
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    If the ratio of two numbers a and b is 5 : 3, then find the value of (3a − 2b) : (6a + 2b).

    A.

    4 : 5

    B.

    2 : 3

    C.

    1 : 3

    D.

    1 : 4

    Correct option is D

    Given:

    Ratio of two numbers a : b = 5 : 3

    Required: Value of (3a - 2b) : (6a + 2b)

    Solution:

    Let a = 5x, b = 3x

    Then,

    3a - 2b = 3(5x) - 2(3x) = 15x - 6x = 9x

    6a + 2b = 6(5x) + 2(3x) = 30x + 6x = 36x

    So, the required ratio:

    9x : 36x = 9 : 36 = 1 : 4

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