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    Two numbers are in the ratio of 3:5. If 6 is subtracted from each, the new numbers are in the ratio 9:17. The smaller number is
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    Two numbers are in the ratio of 3:5. If 6 is subtracted from each, the new numbers are in the ratio 9:17. The smaller number is

    A.

    20

    B.

    40

    C.

    24

    D.

    12

    Correct option is C


    Given: Ratio between the numbers is 3:5
    Let the numbers = 3x and 5x
    ATQ.

    51x – 102 = 45x – 54
    6x = 48
    x = 8
    Smaller number = 3x = 24

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