Question

a sum of rs 160000 is divided in the ratio of 3:5.what is a small share

Answer 1

Total sum = 160000

Ratio = 3:5

Smaller portion = 3/8 of total sum

= 3/8 x 160000

= 3 x 20000

= 60000

Hence smaller share is 60000

and larger share is 160000 - 60000 = 10000

Answer 2

let the no.be 3x and 5x
3x +5x=160000
8x=160000
x=160000/8
x=20000
3x=3*20000=60000
5x=5*20000=100000