When 50% of one number is added to a second number,the second number increases to its four-thirds. What is the ratio between the first number and the second number?  Pick
A) 3 : 2 B) 3 : 4 C) 2 : 3 D) Data inadequate E) None of these
Let the numbers be y and x respectively   x + 50% of y = 4x⁄3 or, y⁄2 = 4x⁄3 - x   or, y⁄2 = x⁄3   or, y⁄x = 2⁄3   Answer 2 : 3
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When 50% of one number is added to a second number,the second number increases to its four-thirds. What is the ratio between the first number and the second number?