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A number is divided into two parts, such that one part is 10 more than the other. If the two parts are in the ratio 5:3 find the number and the two parts.

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Explanation:

Given the above information, we can make the first part to be;

First part = y + 10

Then,

Second part = y

y + 10 : y = 5 : 3

(y + 10) / y = (5) / (3)

Cross multiply,

3y + 30 = 5y

Collect like terms

5y - 3y = 30

2y = 30

y = 15

Therefore, substituting the value of y,

First part = y + 10

First part = 15 + 10

First part = 25

Second part = y

Second part = 15

Number = First part + Second part

Number = 25 + 15

Number = 40

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