Question

If $2400 is shared in the ratio 1:2:5,calculate :(A) what is the largest share?(B)what is the difference between the largest and smallest shares​

Answer 1

A)1500 $

B)1200 $

Explanation:

x+2x+5x=2400

x=300

largest=5x=1500

smallest=x=300

difference is 1200