Question

A sum of money 8500 is to be divided between Raman and Chapman in the ratio of 8:9How much will each of etc ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Let the ratio be 8x and 9x for the sum of money divided between Raman and Chapman.

A/Q

8x + 9x = 8500

17x = 8500

x = 8500/17

x = 500

Raman will have money = 8x

= 8×500 = Rs 4000

Chapman will have money = 9x

= 9×500 = Rs 4500