Question

The ratio of three numbers is 1 : 4 : 2. The sum of the numbers is 35. What are the three numbers?

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Answer 1

5, 20, 10

Explanation:

If you were to multiply the 3 numbers using trial and error up to 5, then you'd get 5, 20, and 10, which have a combined sum of 30. You have multiplied the ratio by 5.