The ratio of two numbers is 5:9. If each number is decreased by 5, the ratio becomes 5:11. Find the numbers.
Q1. The ratio of two numbers is 5:9. If each number is decreased by 5, the ratio becomes 5:11. Find the numbers.
Answer: 15, 27
Explanation: 5x/(9x) ratio reduced by 5 each: (5x−5)/(9x−5)=5/11; cross-multiplying: 55x−55=45x−25; x=3; numbers = 15 and 27.