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Two numbers are in the ratio of 5:7. If 25 be subtracted from each, they are in the ratio of 35:59. Find the numbers?

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Two numbers are in the ratio of 5:7. If 25 be subtracted from each, they are in the ratio of 35:59. Find the numbers?
  • A55,77
  • B45,63
  • C40,56
  • D60,84
Correct answer: D

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60,84

(5x-25):(7x-25) = 35:59

x = 12 => 60,84