Dez, with a ratio of 5:3, there are 8 parts total. 32/8 = 4
5(4) = 20 and 3(4) =12
20:12 = 5:3
The greater number is 20.
I hope this helps!
Dez N.
asked • 01/28/16the ratios of two numbers is 5 to 3, and the sum of these numbers is 32. What is the greater of the two numbers?
the ratios of two numbers is 5 to 3, and the sum of these numbers is 32. What is the greater of the two numbers?
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