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The ratio of two numbers is 3:5. If their sum is 64, what is the larger number?

A. 24

B. 40

C. 36

D. 48

Explanation: Let numbers be 3x and 5x. Then 3x+5x=64. Solving gives x=8. Larger number = 5x=40.