If (4x+3y):(4x-3y)=5:2, what is the value of x:y?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
(4x + 3y) : (4x - 3y) = 5 : 2
2(4x + 3y) = 5(4x - 3y)
8x + 6y = 20x - 15y
21y = 12x
x : y = 21 : 12 = 7 : 4
SSC GD Constable - 28 April 2026 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q55
If (4x+3y):(4x-3y)=5:2, what is the value of x:y?
Correct answer: A
Explanation
(4x + 3y) : (4x - 3y) = 5 : 2
2(4x + 3y) = 5(4x - 3y)
8x + 6y = 20x - 15y
21y = 12x
x : y = 21 : 12 = 7 : 4