Question

£6000 is divided between Adam, Ben and
Chris in the ratio 1:3:4. How much does Ben receive?

Answer 1

Chris gets £3000

Explanation:

A : B : C

1 : 3 : 4 = 8 (add all the parts together)

£6000 ÷ 8 = 750

so the multiplier is x 750

1 : 3 : 4

↩ x 750

750 : 2250 : 3000

Chris gets £3000