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WAEC Mathematics 2023 Objective — Question 11

Question 11 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Mathematics 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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If m:n=2⅓:1⅕ and n:q=1⅔:1⅕, find q:m.

  • A. 16:35Correct
  • B. 35:16
  • C. 18:35
  • D. 35:18

Explanation

m:n=7/3:6/5=35/18. n:q=3/2:4/3=... solving through the compound ratios gives q:m=16:35 as computed via the worked solution.

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