Question

If $360.00 is shared in the ratio 2: 3 , what is the smallest share?

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

2x+3x=360

5x=360

x=360/5

x=72

1st share =2x

2x=2*72

144

2nd share=3x

3x=3*72

216

smaller share =144

(*=multiply)