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Question
The number 650 is decreased to 500 in the ratio a : b, find the ratio a : b.
Solution
The given quantity = 650
and the decreased quantity = 500
The ratio (a : b) by which 650 is decreased to 500 = `650/500=13/10`
The resulting ratio =13 : 10
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