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0580/11 Oct/Nov 2022, Question 9: Dividing in a Given Ratio

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 11 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

Share 200 between two amounts in the ratio 7 : 3, showing the division.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1One part = 200 ÷ (7 + 3) = 20
  2. 27 × 20 = 140 and 3 × 20 = 60
  3. 3$140 : $60

Answer140, 60

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