Question

If $360 is shared in the ratio 2 : 3, what is the smallest share?

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Total Money= $360

Ratio: 2:3

so the share will be 2/5×360 and 3/5×360

After simplify we get,

Share First= $144

Share Second=$216

smallest share is $144

Answer 2

Answer:

$144

Step-by-step explanation:

2:3=2x:3x

2x+3x=$360

5x=$360

x=$72

smaller share:2x

thus the smaller share would be of $144