Question

Two numbers are in the ratio of 2 to 3. If the smaller number is 18, the larger number is _____

Answer 1

27

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Let the smaller number be X. So,
x*3/2 - it's the larger one. The smaller number is 18. => the larger number is 18*3/2=27