Question

Two numbers are in the ratio $3:8$. If the sum of the numbers is $165$, then find the numbers.

• A. $45,120$
• B. $65,120$
• C. $35,130$
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is A $45,120$

let the no. be $3x$ and $8x$

As $3x+8x=165$

$\Rightarrow 11x=165$

$\Rightarrow x=15$

$\therefore$ No. are $45$ and $120$