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If three numbers are in the ratio 5 : 6 : 8 and their sum is 3800, then the greatest number will be:
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The correct answer is
1600
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 1600.
According to the question
⇒ 5x + 6x + 8x = 3800
⇒ 19x = 3800
⇒ x = 200
The greatest number = 8x = 1600
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