Question

Divide 42 in the ratio of 4:3

Answer 1

42 in a 4x to 3x ratio

4x + 3x = 42
7x = 42
x = 6

43 can be put in a 4(6) to 3(6) ratio

which is a 24 to 18 ratio, also written as 24:18

Note:
a(b) = ab = a x b = a times b