A bonus of KSh 880 is shared between Atieno and Kibet in the ratio 3 : 5. How much does Kibet get?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. KSh 550
- Step 1: Total parts = 3 + 5 = 8. Step 2. One part = 880 / 8 = KSh 110, so Kibet gets 5 x 110 = KSh 550. Answer: KSh 550. Why not the others: KSh 330: That is Atieno's share. KSh 440: That divides the bonus equally, ignoring the ratio. KSh 660: That adds one extra part to the correct share.
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