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  1. If two positive numbers are in the ratio 1/8 : 1/5, then by what percent is the second number more than the first?
  2. A.
    40%
    B.
    33 1/3%
    C.
    60%
    D.
    66 2/3%
    E.
    None of these

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    Answer : Option C

    Explanation :

    Given ratio = 1/8 : 1/5 = 5 : 8

    Let first number be 5x and the second number be 8x.


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