Question

A block of cheese is cut in the ratio 2:3. If the smaller piece is 150 g, what was the original mass of the block of cheese
a) 75g
b) 200g
c) 300g
d) 375g
e) 450g

Answer 1

we have to go on this formula

sun of ratio = 2+3 = 5

let the total mass be x

2/5× x = 150

x = 5/2 × 150

answer = 375 gm

Answer 2

Answer: 37375g

Step-by-step explanation:

150g/2=

75g×3=

225g + 150g =

375g