SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 89

SSC CGL - 23 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q89

Two numbers A and B are such that the sum of 3% of A and 6% of B is four-fifths of the sum of 4% of A and 6% of B. Find the ratio of A + B and A − B.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 7: 5.

According to the question;

3% of A + 6% of B = 4/5 × (4% of A + 6% of B)

⇒ 3 × A + 6 × B = 4/5 × (4 × A + 6 × B)

⇒ A + B / A – B = 7 / 5.

(A + B) : (A - B) = 7 : 5