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1. The sum of two numbers is 56. If three times of the smaller number is one-half of the larger number, what is the larger number?

  • A. 16
  • B. 16
  • C. 16
  • D. 16

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

let, the larger number = x

smaller number = x - 56

atq,

3(56 - x) = x/2

or,7x/2 = 168

or,x = 24*2 = 48

so, the larger number is = 48 (ans)


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