Question

Ralf and Susie share $57 in the ratio 2 : 1. (a) Calculate the amount Ralf receives.

Answer 1

Answer:

let common ratio=x

so, amount with ralf=$2x

amount with susie=$x

atq 2x+x=57

3x=57

x=57/3

x=19

so, amount with ralf=$2x=$2×19=$39

Answer 2

Answer:

let be 2x and 1X

according to the question

2x+1x=57

x=57/3

x=19

2x=2x19=38

1x=1x19=19