Two numbers are in the ratio $4:5$ and their sum is $810$. The larger number is:
Practice this question from Chapter Mock 2: Ratio, Proportion and Partnership, with options and an explanation.
Question
Two numbers are in the ratio $4:5$ and their sum is $810$. The larger number is:
Option A
360
Option B
405
Option C — Correct answer
450
Correct choice.
Option D
500
Explanation
Total parts $=9$. One part $=810\div9=90$. Larger number $=5\times90=450$.