The ratio of boys to girls in a school is 5:6. If there are 1100 students in total, find the number of boys.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Given:
Boys : Girls = 5 : 6
Total Students = 1100
According to the formula:
Number of Boys = (Ratio of Boys / Total Ratio) × Total Students
Total Ratio = 5 + 6 = 11
Number of Boys = (5/11) × 1100 = 500