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The heights of two buildings are in the ratio 5 : 8, and the taller one is 36 m higher than the shorter. How tall is the taller building (in m)?

Competition practiceRatio, Proportion & Mixtures
  • A60
  • B96
  • C72
  • D108

Step-by-Step Solution

The difference is 8 − 5 = 3 parts = 36 m, so one part = 12 m. Taller = m.
Answer: B) 96

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