Ratio Problems (Sharing)
To share an amount in a ratio, divide total by parts sum.
Multiply one part by each ratio number. Check total matches.
Example
Example: Divide $60 in ratio 2:3. Total parts = 5; one part = $60/5 = $12. Shares: $24 and $36.
Practice
Divide $50 in ratio 1:4. How much is the larger share?
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