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The bus fare between two cities is increased in the ratio 5:11. Find the increase in the fare, if the original fare is Rs. 275.

A605

B330

C242

D121

Answer:

B. 330

Read Explanation:

Let the increased fare be x According to the question 5 : 11 = original fare : increased fare 5/11 = 275/x x = 275*11/5 x = 605 increase in the fare=605-275=330


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