Two numbers are of the ratio 3:5. If their difference is 18, find the numbers.
3x - 5x = 18.
2x = 18.
X = 9.
3x = 3*9 = 27 = 1st number.
5x = 5*9 = 45 = 2nd number.
2x = 18.
X = 9.
3x = 3*9 = 27 = 1st number.
5x = 5*9 = 45 = 2nd number.