Two numbers are, respectively, 17% and 50% more than a third number. The ratio of the two numbers is:

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  1. 27 ∶ 25
  2. 39 ∶ 50
  3. 19 ∶ 11  
  4. 29 ∶ 25

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Option 2 : 39 ∶ 50
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Given : 

Two numbers are, respectively, 17% and 50% more than a third number.

Calculation : 

Let the third number be 100.

First Number = 100 × 117/100 = 117

Second Number = 100 × 150/100 = 150

Ratio = 117 : 150

⇒ 39 : 50

∴ The correct answer is 39 : 50.

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