Question

    The ratio between the number of males and females in a college is 25: 26. If the number of males increases by 20% and the number of females increases by 30%, find the new ratio between males and females in the college.

    A 150:169 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 169:152 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 150:167 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 169:157 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    male                                                    female                 25    :                       26 Increase=                        (25×120)/100:         26×130)/100                                                 25×120:           26×130                                                 25×6    :           13×13  Ratio =150:169

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