Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
If x:y = 4:7, then find (3x+2y) : (5x+y).
A26:27
B1:1
C12:7
D13:14
✓ Correct Answer: A — 26:27
Substitute x=4, y=7: (12+14) : (20+7) = 26:27.
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