Two numbers are in ratio 9:4. Their difference is 113. What is their sum? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Two numbers are in ratio 9:4. Their difference is 113. What is their sum?

A. 326

B. 143

C. 395

D. 286

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Numbers 9k, 4k. Difference |9-4|k = 113 ⇒ k = 22. Sum = (9+4)k ≈ 286.

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Correct Answer: Option D

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