Question

a certain sum was divided between Priya and yashika in the ratio 5:6. if yashika share was rs2400. find the total sum

Answer 1

2400/5 so we can find share of priya
=480
now, 480*6 is priya s share
= rs 2880
total = 2400+2880
= rs 5280

Answer 2

Answer is 2000
Priya:yashika=5:6
Let priya=5x
Yashilka=6x
6x=2400 (given)
x=400
5x=5*400=2000