Question

The difference between the two numbers is 47.364. If the smaller number is 31.855, then the bigger number is
1. 15.509
2. 79.119
3. 79.219
4. 79.129

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : 79.219

Given

Smaller number = 31.855

Difference of numbers = 47.364

Calculation

Let the numbers be 'x' and 'y'

Then, y = 31.855

And x - y = 47.364

⇒ x - 31.855 = 47.364

⇒ x = 47.364 + 31.855 = 79.219

∴ The bigger number is 79.219