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4MA1/2FR Jun 2023, Question 14: Dividing in a Given Ratio

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 2FR (Foundation) · Calculator · 4 marks

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Abbad ran and walked 135 km in the ratio 2:7, earning 8 dirhams per km run and 5 per km walked. Find how much more than the 700 dirhams target he raised.

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Solution · 4 marks

  1. 1135 ÷ (2 + 7) = 15
  2. 22 × 15 = 30
  3. 37 × 15 = 105
  4. 430 × 8 = 240
  5. 5105 × 5 = 525
  6. 6240 + 525 = 765
  7. 7765 − 700 = 65

Answer65

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