Two numbers are in the ratio 11:3 and their sum is 121. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Two numbers are in the ratio 11:3 and their sum is 121. Find the numbers.

A. 88 and 24

B. 176 and 48

C. 106 and 7

D. 73 and 38

Answer: Option A

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Numbers = 11k and 3k. 11k + 3k = 121 ⇒ k = 8. Thus, numbers are 88 and 24.

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