The ratio of train and bus fares from A to B is 3 : 5. If the train fare is increased by 15% and bus fare is increased by 10% then what will be the ratio of the new fares of train and bus?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 69 : 110.
Calculations:
Let the fare of train and bus be 3x and 5x
According to the question;
⇒ Train : Bus = 3x × 115/100 : 5x × 110/100
⇒ 345x : 550x
⇒ 69 : 110