SOLUTION: Amy and Ben share $360 in the ratio 3:2. How much is Ben's share?

SOLUTION: Amy and Ben share $360 in the ratio 3:2. How much is Ben's share?

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Question 762851: Amy and Ben share $360 in the ratio 3:2. How much is Ben's share?
Answer by Cromlix(4381) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
$360 divided in ratio of 3:2
First add the ratios = 5
Amy will get 3/5 x $360 = $216
Ben will get 2/5 x $360 = $144
Total = $360
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