The following table represents the total number of research scholars and the respective number of female research scholars in various departments of a university. Study the table carefully and answer the question that follows.
| Department | Total number of research scholars | Number of female research scholars |
| Physics | 35 | 12 |
| Chemistry | 40 | 28 |
| Mathematics | 18 | 4 |
| Statistics | 12 | 3 |
What is the ratio of male research scholars in Mathematics to Statistics?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 14 : 9.
Male research scholars in Mathematics = 18 - 4 = 14
Male research scholars in Statistics = 12 - 3 = 9
Required ratio = 14 : 9