Question

Find the ratio of a:b if it is given that 5a+3b=6b

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Answer 1

a:b = 3:5

Explanation:

As a:b is required, divide both terms by b

5a:b + 3b:b = 6b:b

5a:b + 3 = 6

5a:b = 6 - 3

5a:b = 3

a:b = 3:5