Question

5 kgs of cement was mixed with 2 kgs of Sand. If the quantity of sand is tripled and that of cement is doubled, find the new ratio between cement and sand.

• A. 10 : 8
• B. 5 : 4
• C. 5 : 3
• D. 8 : 6

Answer 1

The correct option is C

5 : 3

2 kgs of sand when tripled gives 2$\times$3 = 6 kgs

5 kgs of cement when doubled gives 5$\times$2 = 10 kgs

$\therefore$ Ratio between cement and sand = 10 : 6 or 5 : 3