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The ratio of Japheth's total marks to that of Fred's in the exam was 7 : 8. In the next exam, Japheth's marks increased by 90%. By what percentage must Fred's marks be increased if their total marks were to be the same? Round off your answer to the nearest whole number.
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The ratio of Japheth's total marks to that of Fred's in the exam was 7 : 8. In the next exam, Japheth's marks increased by 90%. By what percentage must Fred's marks be increased if their total marks were to be the same? Round off your answer to the nearest whole number.