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The ratio of weights of Mahendra and Sakshi is 23 ∶ 18. By what percent is the weight of Mahendra more than Sakshi?

A21.22%

B27.77%

C25%

D17.66%

Answer:

B. 27.77%

Read Explanation:

Weights of Mahendra and Sakshi are 23x and 18x respectively. Difference between there weights = 23x – 18x = 5x Required percentage = (5x / 18x) × 100 = 27.77%


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