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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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