4024/12 May/Jun 2021, Question 5: Dividing in a Given Ratio
Cambridge O Level Mathematics 4024 · Paper 12 (Non-calculator) · Non-calculator · 3 marks
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The question, in short
Share $540 between Omar and Jamil in the ratio 7 : 2, and increase 40 in the ratio 5 : 8.
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Part (a) · 2 marks
Work out Omar's share of $540 split in the ratio 7 : 2.
- 1One share = 540 ÷ (7 + 2) = 60
- 2Omar = 7 × 60 = $420
Answer420
Part (b) · 1 mark
Increase 40 in the ratio 5 : 8.
- 140 × 8/5 = 64
Answer64
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