Two numbers are in the ratio of 1 : 2. If 6 be added to both, their ratio changes to 3 : 5. The greater number is Choose the correct choice:  A) 20  B) 24  C) 28  D) 32  E) 36
Let the ratio be X : Y,   Given X/Y = 1/2 ,   (X + 6)/(Y + 6) = 3/5   =&gt; X = 12   And Y = 24   ANSWER:24
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Two numbers are in the ratio of 1 : 2. If 6 be added to both, their ratio changes to 3 : 5. The greater number is