alleryAn amount of 1200 is divided between two people in the ratio 3 : 5. The larger share is:
A450
B750
C600
D700
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 750
1. The ratio 3 : 5 splits the amount into 3 + 5 = 8 equal parts.
2. One part is worth 1200 / 8 = 150.
3. The larger share takes 5 parts.
4. So it is 5 x 150 = 750.
5. As a check, the smaller share is 3 x 150 = 450, and 750 + 450 = 1200.
_Source: syllabus Maths, Ch 7 'Comparing Quantities', S7.1 Recalling Ratios and Percentages_
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