Question

Increase 250 in the ratio 2 : 7

• A. 575
• B. 775
• C. 875
• D. 975

Answer 1

The correct option is C

875

To increase a given quantity in the given ratio a : b , we have Given quantity $\times$ $\frac{b}{a}$ where b > a

Hence New quantity = $250\times \frac{7}{2}$

= $125\times 7$

= 875