Two numbers are in the ratio 5:8. If the sum of the numbers is 182. Find the numbers.

50, 132

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80, 102

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70, 112

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65, 117

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Solution

The correct option is C 70,112
Let the two numbers be 5x and 8x.
Then 5x+8x=182
or 13x=182
⟹x=182/13 or x=14
One number =5×14=70 and,
other number =8×14=112

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