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Split £20 in the ratio 2:3

User Shahal
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Hi friend,

The objective is to divide $20 in 2:3 ratio.

One part be 2x, another part is 3x

Sum of them = 20

2x + 3x = 20

5x = 20

x=4

So therefore one part must be 2x = 2 x 4 = 8

Another part = 3x = 3 x 4 = 12

Hence it is divided in 2:3 ratio.

Hope my answer is helpful to u. :)

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