Question

A sum of money is to be shared in the ratio 3: 5. The larger share is £ 235. Calculate the smaller share.

Answer 1

Answer:

301

Step-by-step explanation:

3x +5x =7x

let total money be 7x

5x=235

x=47

then,

3x=301

Answer 2

Answer:

Hey friend,

Here is the answer you are searching for,

Let shares be 3x, 5x;

A.T.Q,

Larger share = 5x = £235

=>x = £47

Therefore,

Smaller share = 3x = 3×£47 = £141

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