The ratio of the number of ladies to gents at a party was 1 : 2 but when 2 ladies and 2 gents left, the ratio became 1 : 3. How many people were at the party originally? Options: A . &nbsp6 B . &nbsp12 C . &nbsp18 D . &nbsp24

The ratio of the number of ladies to gents at a party was 1 : 2 but when 2 la

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The ratio of the number of ladies to gents at a party was 1 : 2 but when 2 ladies and 2 gents left, the ratio became 1 : 3. How many people were at the party originally?

Options:

A . 6

B . 12

C . 18

D . 24

Answer: Option B

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