Question

The ratio x:y is 3:1

which of the following statements is correct:
A) x is 3/4 of y
B) y is 1/3 of x
C) x is 1/3 of y
D) y is 1/4 of x

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

x/y = 3/1

x = 3 y

y = x/3

or y is 1/3 of x