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4MA1/1HR Jun 2018, Question 4: 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

Anna and Lionel split $675 in the ratio 4 : 5. Lionel hands 3/5 of his portion to his mother. Work out how much money his mother receives.

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Solution · 3 marks

  1. 1675 ÷ (4 + 5) = 75
  2. 275 × 5 = 375
  3. 3375 ÷ 5 × 3 = 225

Answer225

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