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The ratio of the number of pupils to teachers in a school is 50 : 1. If there are 21 teachers, how many pupils must be added so that the ratio becomes 60 : 1?

  1. 1260
  2. 1050
  3. 10
  4. 210

Answer

D. 210

Solution

Current pupils = 50 × 21 = 1050. Needed = 60 × 21 = 1260. Add 210.

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