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When $720 is divided in the ratio 3:5, the larger share is

When $720 is divided in the ratio 3:5, the larger share is
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When $720 is divided in the ratio 3:5, the larger share is

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The larger share is $450.

Explanation:


(3)/(5) =(3x)/(5x) \\\\3x-the smaller share\\5x-the larger share\\3x+5x=8x\\8x-money to split\\8x=720 /:8\\x=90\\5x=5*90=450

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