SOLUTION: A sum of money is divided into two parts in the ratio 5:7. If the smaller amount is $200, find the larger amount.

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Question 357360: A sum of money is divided into two parts in the ratio 5:7. If the smaller amount is $200, find the larger amount.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

Let x be the larger amount

question states

%28200%2Fx%29+=+%285%2F7%29

Cross multiply to Solve

5x = 1400

x = $280