Question

If we divide 120 in the ratio 5:3, then the smallest part is

Answer 1

smallest part is 45

Explanation:

sum the parts of the ratio , 5 + 3 = 8 parts

divide 120 by 8 to find the value of one part of the ratio

120 ÷ 8 = 15 , then

5 parts = 5 × 15 = 75

3 parts = 3 × 15 = 45

the smallest part is 45