Question

divide 85 in the ratio of 8 is to 9

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Ratio = 8 : 9 (Given)

Define x:

Let x be the constant ratio

Ratio = 8x : 9x

Solve x:

8x + 9x = 85

17x = 85

x = 5

Find the parts:

8x = 8(5) = 40

9x = 9(5) = 45

Answer: 85 is divided into 40 and 45.