Algebramedium · Past Paper

The difference of two numbers is 10 and their ratio is 3:2. Find the smaller number.

A20
B30
C10
D15

✓ Correct Answer: A20

Let numbers be 3x and 2x. 3x - 2x = 10 -> x = 10. Smaller number is 2(10) = 20.

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