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96 is divided into two parts in such a way that seventh part of first and ninth part of second are equal. Find the smallest part ?

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Correct Answer: 42

Explanation:

Let x and y be the two parts of 96.

x/7 = y/9 => x:y = 7:9

=> The smallest part is = 7/16 x 96 = 42.

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