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If $360 is divided between Pam and Bill in the ratio 3:5 respectively, how much more did Bill receive than Pam?
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If $360 is divided between Pam and Bill in the ratio 3:5 respectively, how much more did Bill receive than Pam?

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Bill received $144 more than Pam.

Explanation:
To create the ratio, we can divide 360 by 5 which equals 72.
3x72= 216
360

The ratio that is proportionate to 3:5 is 216:360
So, 360 - 216 = 144
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