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The ratio of the number of pupils to teachers in a school is 30 : 1. If there are 35 teachers, how many pupils must be added so that the ratio becomes 40 : 1?

  1. 1400
  2. 1050
  3. 10
  4. 350

Answer

D. 350

Solution

Current pupils = 30 × 35 = 1050. Needed = 40 × 35 = 1400. Add 350.

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