- A45
- B120
- C55
- D60
Step-by-Step Solution
Total parts = 11, one part = 165 ÷ 11 = 15. Smaller = (larger = 120).
Answer: A) 45
Two numbers in the ratio 3 : 8 add up to 165. What is the smaller number?
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