Two numbers are in the ratio 3:5. If 9 be subtracted from each, they are in the ratio of 9:17. The first number is:  Pick one:  A) 24.4  B) 18.4  C) 12.4  D) 14.4  E) 15.4
(3x-9):(4x-9) = 9:17   x = 4.8 =&gt; 3x = 14.4   ANSWER:14.4
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Two numbers are in the ratio 3:5. If 9 be subtracted from each, they are in the ratio of 9:17. The first number is: