College of Admission Tests Multan

Ratios and Proportions

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Question: 7

If x : y = 1 : 3, then find the value of (7x + 3y) : (2x + y)

  • 14:5
  • 15:5
  • 16:5
  • 17:5

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Correct Answer: C

If x : y = 1 : 3, then find the value of (7x + 3y) : (2x + y)

let x = 1k and y = 3k

= 7k + 3 × 3k 2k+1 × 3k

= 16k 5k

= 16 : 5