Two numbers are in the ratio 8 3 If they differ by 15
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Two numbers are in the ratio 8 : 3. If they differ by 15, find the two numbers.
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SOLUTION
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Let the numbers be 8x and 3x
8x – 3x = 15
5x = 15
x = 3
Numbers are 24 and 9.