Question

A bill shows that the amount owing for water to the amount owing for electricity js jn the ratio 3:5 if the total amount owing is R320 determine how much owiny for electricity

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

We can take 3:5 as 3x and 5x

Total amount= 320 Rs. (given)

3x + 5x= 320

8x=320

x=320/8

X=40

Therefore, Amount of Water = 40*3=120

And, Amount of Electricity= 40*5=200

Hence the answer is 200