Question

Share £400 in a ratio of 3.5

Answer 1

£150 and £250

Explanation:

When you share something in the ratio a:b the fraction of each to the total is given by a/(a+b) and b/(a+b)

Here the ratio is 3:5
So the fractions of the share are 3/(3+5) = 3/8 and 5/8

So actual amounts are
3/8 x 400 = £150

5/8 x 400 = £250