A prize of \84$ is shared by Amy and Ben in the ratio $2:5$. How much does Ben receive?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 60
- Step 1: Total parts , so one part .
- Step 2: Ben gets .
Answer
60.
Why not the others: 24: it is the smaller share. 42: it assumes an equal split. 72: it adds one extra part.
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