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The ratio of the number of pupils to teachers in a school is 90 : 1. If there are 64 teachers, how many pupils must be added so that the ratio becomes 100 : 1?

  1. 6400
  2. 5760
  3. 640
  4. 10

Answer

C. 640

Solution

Current pupils = 90 × 64 = 5760. Needed = 100 × 64 = 6400. Add 640.

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