Question

a certain sum of money has been divided into two parts in the ratio 5 is to 8 if the first part is rupees 250 find the second part​

Answer 1

Let

The ratio of the sum of money be 5:8=5/8

First part is 250 than 2nd part be let (x)

Now

5/8=250/x

or,250*8/5=x

∴x = 400

The second part is rs. 400