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  • 03-01-2022
  • Mathematics
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Sophia and Tom share a sum of money in
the ratio 3:5
Tom got £40 more than Sophia.
How much did Tom receive?

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  • 03-01-2022

Answer:

  £100

Step-by-step explanation:

The difference in number of ratio units is 5-3 = 2, so each ratio unit represents £40/2 = £20.

Tom's received 5 ratio units, or £20 × 5 = £100.

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Sophia received £60.

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