A sum of money is divided in the ratio 5:2 .if the larger share was €39 more than the smaller share , calculate the sum
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The ratio in whih the sum of money is divided is 5:2
Let the largest part be 5x and the smaller part be 2x
According to the question..
5x=2x+39
5x-2x=39
3x=39
x=13
The largest share is 5×13=€65
Smallest share is 2×13=€26
Here goes your answer
The ratio in whih the sum of money is divided is 5:2
Let the largest part be 5x and the smaller part be 2x
According to the question..
5x=2x+39
5x-2x=39
3x=39
x=13
The largest share is 5×13=€65
Smallest share is 2×13=€26
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