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Mandy and Joshua work together on Market Day at their school. They split the profit according to the ratio 2 : 3 respectively. They make a profit of R825.Calculate the amount Mandy will receive.
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Answer:

R330

Step-by-step explanation:

2 + 3 = 5

5x = 825

2x = 825 x 2/5

825 x 2 = 1650

1650/5 = 330

Mandy makes R330.

Mandy's share from the profit is R495

Data;

  • Profit = R825
  • ratio = 2:3

Ratios

This is the portion shared between two or more entities in a definite proportion.

To find Mandy's share, let's add 2 and 3 and then take the fraction of 3/5 and multiply it by the profit made.

[tex]2 + 3 = 5\\\frac{3}{5} * 825 = 495[/tex]

Mandy's share from the profit is R495

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