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The number of boys and girls in a class are in the ratio 5 : 4. If the number of boys is 9 more than the number of girls, then number of boys is 9.

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The number of boys and girls in a class are in the ratio 5 : 4. If the number of boys is 9 more than the number of girls, then number of boys is 9.

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Solution

This statement is False.

Explanation:

Let the number of boys be 5x and the number of girls be 4x.

According to the question,

– 5x – 4x = 9

⇒ x = 9

Hence, number of boys = 5 × 9 = 45

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Chapter 4: Linear Equation In One Variable - Exercise [Page 115]

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NCERT Exemplar Mathematics [English] Class 8
Chapter 4 Linear Equation In One Variable
Exercise | Q 37. | Page 115

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