Question

Partner A and B split their profits in a ratio of 2 : 3. If Partner A makes a profit of $2700, how much profit, in dollars, does Partner B make?

Answer 1

Explanation:

The concept of ratio

x:y. =x/y

so here we have,

2:3

2700: B's profit

so, 1 part represent....

$2700/2=$1350

then, 3 parts represents

=3 x $1350

=$4050

so, partner B make $4050 profit.

Answer 2

Explanation:

2-3 is 1800 and 2700 divide 3= 900 double 900=1800 and that's how I got the awnser