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algebra

The ratio of boys to girls is 2:3. If there are 30 students, how many are boys?

A

10

B

15

C

12

D

18

Correct Answer: C

Choice Bhoice C is the correct answer.

  1. Parts: 2x+3x=302x + 3x = 30
  2. Combine: 5x=305x = 30
  3. Divide by 5: x=6x = 6
  4. Boys: 2(6)=122(6) = 12
  5. Verify: 12+18=3012 + 18 = 30

Choice Bhoice C is incorrect because this is the number of girls.

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because calculation error.