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?  Choose the correct option.
A) 36 B) 87 C) 31 D) 65 E) 34
(3x-9):(5x-9)   = 9:17   x = 12 =&gt; 3x   = 36   36nswer: 36
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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?