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    The ratio between two numbers is 2: 3. If each number is increased by 4, the ratio between them becomes 5: 7. The difference between the numbers is

    A) 8                     

    B) 6

    C) 4                                 

    D) 2

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Let the numbers be 2x and 3x. \[\therefore \]      \[\frac{2x+4}{3x+4}=\frac{5}{7}\] \[\therefore \]      \[15x+20=14x+28\] \[\Rightarrow \]   \[x=28-20=8=\] Required difference        


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