SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 53

SSC CHSL - 09 July 2024 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53

Two numbers are, respectively, 30% and 60% more than a third number. The ratio of the two numbers is:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 13 : 16.

Let the third number be x.

The first number = x + 0.30x = 1.30x

The second number = x + 0.60x = 1.60x

Required ratio = 1.30x : 1.60x = 13 : 16

Therefore, the ratio of the two numbers is 13 : 16.