Question

Bridget, Brian & Caroline share some money in the ratio 4 : 9 : 4.In total, Bridget and Caroline receive £48.How much does Brian get?

Answer 1

£54

Explanation:

According to the ratio:

Bridget = 4/17

Brian = 9/17

Caroline = 4/17

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So if Bridget and Caroline receive £48, that would mean £48 is 8/17 of the total amount. We can find 1/17 of the money by dividing £48 by 8.

48 / 8 = 6

And then multiply that by 9 to find 9/17 of the money (the amount Brian has).

6 x 9 = 54