SOLUTION: if three students share $180 in the ratio 1:2:3 how much is the largest share?

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Question 705296: if three students share $180 in the ratio 1:2:3 how much is the largest share?
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If the ratio is 1:2:3, then there are 6 shares, 1 + 2 + 3. Divide the total amount by the number of shares, then give one share to the first guy, two shares to the second guy, and three shares to the last guy.

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