Question : There is a ratio of 5 : 4 between the two numbers. If 40% of the first number is 12, then what would be 50% of the second number?
Option 1: 12
Option 2: 24
Option 3: 18
Option 4: Data inadequate
Answer (1)
20th Jan, 2024
Correct Answer: 12
Solution :
40% of the first number = 12
First number = $\frac{12×100}{40}$ = 30
Ratio = 5 : 4
Second number = $\frac{4×30}{5}$ = 24
50% of the second number = $\frac{24×50}{100}$ = 12
Hence, the correct answer is 12.
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