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

Answer:

24

Step-by-step explanation:

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

Answer 2

Answer:

A. 24

Step-by-step explanation:

3 : 8 = 9 : x

3x = 8*9

x= (8*9)/3 = 24