The given data is regarding the number of paperback and hardbound books sold by four different book shops A, B, C and D:
| Shops | Hardbound books sold | Paperback books sold |
|---|---|---|
| A | 3500 | 2000 |
| B | 3900 | 5200 |
| C | 4400 | 5500 |
| D | 5500 | 6600 |
What is the ratio between total number of hardbound books sold by shop C and D together and number of paperback books sold by shop D?
A2 : 1
B5 : 4
C3 : 2 ✓ Correct
D9 : 7
Correct answer: (C) 3 : 2
Explanation
Hardbound by C and D together = 4400 + 5500 = 9900.
Paperback by D = 6600.
Ratio = 9900 : 6600, divide both by 3300 to get 3 : 2.
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