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Two numbers are in the ratio 1:2. If 7 is added to both, their ratio changes to 3:5. The greatest number is:

Options:

A . 24

B . 26

C . 28

D . 32

Answer: Option C

Let the numbers be x and 2x. Then, (x + 7)/(2x + 7) = 3/5x = 14Greatest number = 2 * 14 = 28.

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