Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
If x:y = 3:4, find the value of (2x+3y) : (3x+4y).
A18:25
B17:24
C15:21
D18:23
✓ Correct Answer: A — 18:25
Substitute x=3 and y=4: (2*3 + 3*4) : (3*3 + 4*4) = (6+12) : (9+16) = 18:25.
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