Question

    If X : Y = 5 : 4, then what is the value of X + Y : Y?

    A 7 : 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 9 : 5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 4 : 5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 9 : 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    X = (5Y/4)----(1) = [(X + Y)/Y] = [((5Y/4) + Y)/Y] = (9/4) Hence the ratio will be = 9:4

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