djzproz
djzproz djzproz
  • 06-06-2016
  • Mathematics
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A and B share the cost in a ratio of 3:2 A pays 125£ how much does b pay???

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saharacampbell
saharacampbell saharacampbell
  • 06-06-2016
Let the common multiple be x 
3x : 2x 
3x = 125 
x = 125/3 

So, B pays 2x = 2 × 125/3 = £250/3 
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Dalia1hbasheh
Dalia1hbasheh Dalia1hbasheh
  • 06-06-2016
3:2
3+2=5
125 divided by 5
=15
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