SOLUTION: John and Barry divide £720 between them. Barry takes £240. How much does John get and what ratio was the money divided in?

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Question 1006129: John and Barry divide £720 between them. Barry takes £240. How much does John get and what ratio was the money divided in?
Answer by fractalier(6550) About Me  (Show Source):
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John gets what remains when 240 is taken from 720...or
720 - 240 = 480 pounds.
The ratio is 480 to 240 or 480/240 or 2 to 1.