Question

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.

• A. 605
• B. 330
• C. 242
• D. 121

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 330

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