Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
If x:y = 5:2, find the value of (8x+9y) / (8x+2y).
A22:29
B26:21
C29:22
D1:1
✓ Correct Answer: C — 29:22
Substitute x=5, y=2: (40+18)/(40+4) = 58/44 = 29/22.
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