Two numbers are in the ratio 13:6 and their sum is 485. Find the numbers. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Two numbers are in the ratio 13:6 and their sum is 485. Find the numbers.

A. 306 and 158

B. 342 and 131

C. 650 and 300

D. 325 and 150

Answer: Option D

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Numbers = 13k and 6k. 13k + 6k = 485 ⇒ k = 25. Thus, numbers are 325 and 150.

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Milk and water are in ratio 8:3 in a 249 L mixture. Quantity of milk?

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B. 210 L

C. 68 L

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