Question

Divide $200 in the ratio 3:2. What is the result?

a. $140 : $60
b. $120 $80
c. $80: $120
d. $300 : $200​

Answer 1

b) $120 , $ 80

Explanation:

Ratio = 3 :2

Total = 3 + 2 = 5

3/5 of 200 =
`(3)/(5)*200`

= 3 * 40

= $ 120

2/5 of 200 =
`(2)/(5)*200`

= 2 * 40

= $ 80