Question

Two numbers are respectively 20% and 50% more than a third number. The ratio of the two numbers is:

• A. 4:5
• B. 5:4
• C. 2:5
• D. 5:2
• E. none

Answer 1

The correct option is A

4:5

If the third number is x, then the first and second number will be 1.2x and 1.5x.

So ratio is 1.2 : 1.5 = 4:5