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The ratio of Mueni’s earnings to Kilonzo’s earning is 5:3. If Mueni’s earnings is increased by 17% her new figure becomes Kshs. 18,000. Find the corresponding...

The ratio of Mueni’s earnings to Kilonzo’s earning is 5:3. If Mueni’s earnings is increased by 17% her new figure
becomes Kshs. 18,000. Find the corresponding percentage change in Kilonzi’s earnings if the sum of their new
earnings is Kshs. 24,600.

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sharon kalunda answered the question on April 29, 2019 at 11:39

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