Question

amina and sara have 320pounds between them.they share the money in the ratio 5:3 how much money does amina recieve?

Answer 1

Answer: 200 pounds

Step-by-step explanation:

Let Amina's and Sara's share be 5x and 3x respectively.

Total amount = 320 pounds

5x + 3x = 320

8x = 320

x = 40

Hence, Amina's share = 5x

= 5×40

= 200 pounds

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