Two numbers are in the ratio of 2 : 3. If their sum is 125,

Home » Aptitude » Ratio, Proportion » Question

Two numbers are in the ratio of 2 : 3. If their sum is 125, find the numbers.

1. 50, 75
2. 24, 36
3. 20, 30
4. 32, 78

Correct Option: A

∴ Ratio of numbers = 2 : 3
Sum of ratios = 2 + 3 = 5

∴ First number =	2	× 125 = 50
	5

Second number =	3	× 125 = 75
	5