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If 84 is divided in the ratio 5 : 9, what is the greater of the two parts?

A54

B63

C57

D48

Answer:

A. 54

Read Explanation:

Let the 1st part be 5x and the 2nd part be 9x 5x + 9x = 84 ⇒ 14x = 84 ⇒ x = 6 5 × 6 = 30 and 9 × 6 = 54


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