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Ruth, Daisy, and Martin share £750 in the ratio of 3:5:7. Determine how much money Ruth receives.

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Answer:

Ruth receives £150

Explanation:

sum the parts of the ratio, 3 + 5 + 7 = 15 parts

divide the total £750 by 15 to find the value of one part of the ratio

£750 ÷ 15 = £50 ← value of 1 part of the ratio

Then

3 parts = 3 × £50 = £150 ← amount Ruth receives

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