Question

A prize is divided in the ratio 5:1 if the larger share is £65 what is the total prize?

Answer 1

£78

Explanation:

Let the total value be T.

• £65/T = 5/(5 + 1)
• £65/T = 5/6
• T = 65 x 6 / 5
• T = 13 x 6
• T = £78

Answer 2

£78

Explanation:

65 divided by 5= £13

13+65=£78