Question

A sum of money is divided between Mohan and Sohan in the ratio 5 is to 7. If sohan's share is rupees 665 find the total amount

Answer 1

7x = 665
x = 95
if x =95
then 
5x = 95 x 5
5x = 475
total amount = 1140 

Answer 2

mohan =5x
sohan=7x
so,7x=665
x=665÷7=95
x=95
5x=5×95=475
total amount =665+475
=1140