Question

Ralf and Susie share $57 in the ratio 2:1.
(a) Calculate the amount Ralf receives.

Answer 1

.Total ratio 2+1 = 3

Ralf

2/3 × 57

Divide 57 by 3

( 2 × 19)

= 38....

Ralf recieves $ 38

Answer 2

Raff = 38

Suzie = 19

Explanation:

Raff gets 2x

Suzie gets x

2x + x = 57 dollars

3x = 57 dollars

x = 19 dollars

2x = 38 dollars