Question

Divide a sum of Rs.280 between geetha and Sita in the ratio 2:3

Answer 1

Let the ratio be 2x and 3x

sum =5x

therefore

Money Geetha will get=2x/5x×280=168

Money Sita will get =280-168=112

Here is your answer.

Answer 2

let add 2 and 3 = 5

2/5 × 280=56 × 2 = 112 rs to Geetha

3/5 × 280=56 × 3 = 168 rs to sita