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Two people share 54 in the ratio 5:4 how much does each person get
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Two people share 54 in the ratio 5:4 how much does each person get

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Explanation:

Total share = 54

Le the share of two persons be 5x and 4x respectively so

5x + 4x = 54

9x = 54

Therefore x = 6

Now

5x = 5* 6 = 30

4x = 4* 6 = 24

User Hooligan
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Answer: 1st person will get £30 and 2nd person will get £24

Explanation:

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