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For the following numbers write the ratio of first number to second number in the reduced form. 138, 161 - Algebra

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Question

For the following numbers write the ratio of first number to second number in the reduced form.

138, 161

Sum
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Solution

`138 : 161 = 138/161 = ( 138 ÷ 23)/( 161 ÷ 23)=6/7 = 6 : 7`   ...(HCF of 138 and 161 = 23)

Thus, the reduced form of 138 : 161 is 6 : 7.

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Chapter 4: Ratio and Proportion - Problem Set 4 [Page 78]

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Balbharati Mathematics 1 [English] Standard 9 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 4 Ratio and Proportion
Problem Set 4 | Q (2) (iv) | Page 78

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