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Kevin, Luke and mat share £200 in the ratio 1:4:3 how much more money does Luke receive than Kevin

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Answer:

£75

Explanation:

sum the parts of the ratio, 1 + 4 + 3 = 8 parts

Divide the amount by 8 to find the value of one part of the ratio

£200 ÷ 8 = £25 ← value of 1 part of the ratio, then

4 parts = 4 × £25 = £100 ← Luke's share

Thus

£100 - £25 = £75

Luke receives £75 more than Kevin

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