A prize of \48$ is shared by Amy and Ben in the ratio $3:5$. How much does Ben receive?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 30
- Step 1: Total parts , so one part .
- Step 2: Ben gets .
Answer
30.
Why not the others: 18: it is the smaller share. 24: it assumes an equal split. 36: it adds one extra part.
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