SOLUTION: A sum of 68,000 dollars is to be divided between 2 partners in the ratio of 1/4. How much does each person receive?

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Question 658077: A sum of 68,000 dollars is to be divided between 2 partners in the ratio of 1/4. How much does each person receive?
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A sum of 68,000 dollars is to be divided between 2 partners in the ratio of 1/4. How much does each person receive?
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1 + 4 = 5
68000/5 = 13600
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1*13600 = 13600
4*13600 = 54400