4MA1/2F Jun 2020, Question 19: Dividing in a Given Ratio
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 2F (Foundation) · Calculator · 4 marks
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Money is split between Andreas, Isla and Paulo in the ratio 3 : 2 : 5. Isla and Paulo together get £76 more than Andreas. Find what Andreas has left after spending £48.50 on a game.
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Solution · 4 marks
- 1Isla + Paulo − Andreas = 2 + 5 − 3 = 4 parts
- 24 parts = £76, so 1 part = 76 ÷ 4 = £19
- 3Andreas gets 3 × 19 = £57
- 4Money left = 57 − 48.50 = 8.50
Answer8.50
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