Mathematics for IGCSE & O level - Ratio And Proportion (Section 5 - No. 27)
A sum of money is divided among three people, A, B, and C, in the ratio 2:3:5. Which of the following statements are true?
A receives the smallest share.
C receives the largest share.
B receives 30% of the total.
A receives 40% of the total.
Explanation
2:3:5, implies that C gets the highest, A the lowest. Total = 10. B receives 3/10 of the total. A receives 2/10 or 20%.
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