25 marbles are divided between two children in the ratio 2:3. How many marbles does the child with the larger share get?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 15
- Step 1: The ratio has 2 + 3 = 5 parts, so each part is 25 / 5 = 5 marbles.
- Step 2: The larger share is 3 parts: 3 x 5 = 15.
Answer
15.
Why not the others: The smaller share, an equal split and a division by one part of the ratio do not match the ratio being asked.
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