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4MA1/1HR Jan 2020, Question 1: Dividing in a Given Ratio

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 1HR (Higher) · Calculator · 3 marks

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The question, in short

Three people share money in the ratio 3 : 2 : 6. Asha and Julie together get $36. Find Brendon's share.

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Solution · 3 marks

  1. 1(2 + 6) = 8
  2. 236 ÷ 8 = 4.5
  3. 33 × 4.5 = 13.5

Answer13.50 or 13.5

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