A John and Kate share £180 in the ratio
2:3. Work out how much money each person
receives.

John's share = £72

Kate's share = £108

Step-by-step explanation:

Given:-

Share amount of John and Kate = £180

Share amount given in ratio = 2:3

Find:-

Work out how much money each person

receives.

Solution:-

Ratio:

John        Kate

 2        :      3

Add the ratio:

2 + 3 = 5

Divide the total amount from the added ratio:

180 / 5 = 36

Each part of the ratio is 36.

John's amount:

{multiply 36 with 2}

36 × 2 = £72

Kate's amount:

{multiply 36 with 3}

36 × 3 =  £108

(CHECK:- £108 + £72 = £180 )

imma say 16%. sorry if its wrong. i'm doing the same stuff right now

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