Question

b) Edward and Thomas share some money in the ratio 2:3 Thomas receives £243. How much does each Robert receive?​

Answer 1

£ 162

Explanation:

Ratio:

Ratio of money = 2 : 3

Edward receives two parts of the money and Thomas receives three parts of the money.

Edward's share = 2x

Thomas share = 3x

Thomas receives £243 which is three parts. Find 'x'.

Thomas share = £ 243

3x = 243

Divide both sides by 3,

x = 243 ÷ 3

x = 81

Now, find Edward's share.

Edward's share = 2x

= 2*81

= £ 162

Answer 2

£ 162

Explanation:

Ratio:

Ratio of money = 2 : 3

Edward receives two parts of the money and Thomas receives three parts of the money.

Edward's share = 2x

Thomas share = 3x

Thomas receives £243 which is three parts. Find 'x'.

Thomas share = £ 243

3x = 243

Divide both sides by 3,

x = 243 ÷ 3

x = 81

Now, find Edward's share.

Edward's share = 2x

= 2*81

= £ 162