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10 October, 20:32

How do you divide 56$ in a ratio of 5:3? What would be the answer?

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  1. 10 October, 23:05
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    Sum the ratio:

    s = 5 + 3 = 8

    to get the first amount:

    a1 = (3/8) * 56 = 21 $

    a2 = (5/8) * 56 = 35 $

    Check:

    total = 21 + 35 = 56 $ (as given)

    ratio = 35/21 = 5/3 (as required)
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