Question

Divide 84 in the ratio 3 : 4

Answer 1

Answer:

36 and 48

Step-by-step explanation:

let x be common factor

therefore 3x+4x=84

7x=84

x=84/7

x=12

3x=3(12)=36

4x=4(12)=84

Answer 2

Answer:

36 and 48

Step-by-step explanation:

Sum of ratio = 3 + 4 = 7

First part      =  (84 * 3) / 7 = 36

Second part =  (84 * 4) / 7 = 48