SOLUTION: The monthly salaries of 3 men are $500,$700, and $900 respectively. Divide a bonus of $1050 among them in proportion to their salaries/ How much bonus will each get?

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Question 1110371: The monthly salaries of 3 men are $500,$700, and $900 respectively. Divide a bonus of $1050 among them in proportion to their salaries/ How much bonus will each get?
Answer by Cromlix(4381) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi there,
500:700:900
5:7:9
Total = 21
5/21 x 1050 = $250
7/21 x 1050 = $350
9/21 x 1050 = $450
Hope this helps :-)