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Two numbers are in a ratio of 7:4. The sum is 220. Find the bigger number

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140/80 the bigger number is 140
User AlexanderBrevig
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ratio of 7:4
so 7 + 4 = 11
220 / 11 = 20

7 x 20 = 140
4 x 20 = 80

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bigger number is 140
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