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4MA1/2H Jun 2018, Question 2: Dividing in a Given Ratio

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 2H (Higher) · Calculator · 3 marks

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The question, in short

Share 3450 yen in the ratio 2 : 6 : 7 and find the difference between the largest and smallest shares.

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Solution · 3 marks

  1. 12 + 6 + 7 = 15
  2. 23450 / 15 = 230
  3. 3largest share = 7 × 230 = 1610
  4. 4smallest share = 2 × 230 = 460
  5. 51610 − 460 = 1150

Answer1150

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