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The sum of two numbers is 266, and they are in the ratio 9 : 5. What is the smaller number?

  1. 171
  2. 95
  3. 133
  4. 114

Answer

B. 95

Solution

One part = 266 ÷ 14 = 19. Smaller = 5 × 19 = 95.

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