Question

Three numbers are in the ratio 4:5:6, and the average is 25. The largest number is

• A. 42
• B. 30
• C. 36
• D. 40

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 30

Let three numbers are 4x, 5x and 6x Sum of 3 numbers = 25*3 = 75 4x+5x+6x = 75 15x = 75 x-75/15 = 5 The largest number = 6x = 6*5=30