If two positive numbers are in the ratio 1/12 : 1/9, then by what percent is the second number more than the first?  Choose the correct choice from the following options:
A) 70%	B) 90%	C) 33.33%	D) 50%	E) 65%
Given ratio = 1/12 : 1/9 = 9 : 12   Let first number be 9x and the second number be 12x.   The second number is more than first number by 3x.   Required percentage = 3x/9x * 100 = 33.33%.   Answer:33.33%
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If two positive numbers are in the ratio 1/12 : 1/9, then by what percent is the second number more than the first?