IBPS Government Jobs Exams Numerical Ability Ratio and Proportion

In a ratio, which is equal to 3 : 4, if the antecedent is 12, then the consequent is:
1. 10
2. 16
3. 20
4. 22
5. 18

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In a ratio a:b, a is the antecedent or first term.

and, b is the consequent or second term.

3:4=12:x

x=(12*4)/3

x=48/3

x=16

So, 16 is the consequent
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