Question

Divide 5kg in the ratio 13:7​

Answer 1

3.25 Kg : 1.75 Kg

Explanation:

Sum the parts of the ratio, 13 + 7 = 20 parts

Divide the amount by 20 to find the value of one part of the ratio.

5 Kg ÷ 20 = 0.25 Kg ← value of 1 part of the ratio, thus

13 parts = 13 × 0.25 =3.25 Kg

7 parts = 7 × 0.25 = 1.75 Kg

Answer 2

1.75 kg

Explanation:

13/20 of 5 = 13/20 x 5= 3.25 kg

and, 7/20 of 5 = 7/20 x 5=1.75 kg

so, divide, 5 kg in ration of 13:7 is:

3.25 kg : 1.75 kg