Algebrahard · Past Paper
Two numbers are in ratio 5:6. If 8 is subtracted from each, the ratio becomes 4:5. Find the numbers.
A40, 48
B30, 36
C50, 60
D20, 24
✓ Correct Answer: A — 40, 48
(5x-8)/(6x-8) = 4/5 -> 25x-40 = 24x-32 -> x=8. Numbers are 40 and 48.
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