Question

If two numbers exist in a ratio of 3 : 8, and the smaller of the numbers is 9, what is the larger number?

A
24
B
21
с
16
D
27

Answer 1

A. 24

Explanation:

3 : 8 = 9 : x

3x = 8*9

x= (8*9)/3 = 24

Answer 2

24

Explanation:

the smaller number in the ratio is 3, three times three is 9. so eight time three is 24 .