The ratio of two numbers is 3 : 5 and their Least Common Multiple is 120. What is the sum of the two numbers?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Ratio = 3 : 5
Let the numbers be 3x and 5x
LCM = 15x
15x = 120
x = 8
Numbers -
3 × 8 = 24
5 × 8 = 40
Sum = 24 + 40 = 64