Detailed Instructions: Given a math problem with context and a question and 5 answer choices, the task is to provide the correct answer choice based on the problem. You must choose one of the given answer choices by letter: a, b, c, d, or e; anything else is invalid.
Problem:Problem: there are two positive numbers in the ratio 2: 7. if the larger number exceeds the smaller by 30, then find the larger number ?
Options: a. 42, b. 38, c. 44, d. 36, e. 46
Solution:
a