Question

Divide £60 in a ratio of 2:1

Answer 1

Answer:

the division according to ratio is :

£40 and £20

Step-by-step explanation:

here's the solution: -

let the ratios be 2x and x

now, we know ;

=》2x + x = 60

=》3x = 60

=》x = 60 ÷ 3

=》x = 20

so, the the divisions will be :

=》2x = 2 × 20 = £40

=》x = £20

Answer 2

£40 and £20

Step-by-step explanation:

let the parts be 2x and x (2:1)

2x+x=£60

or, 3x= £60

or, x= £20

2x=2×£20=£40

x=£20