Multiple choice

How can 700 be divided in the ratio 2 : 3?

  1. 280, 420

  2. 380, 320

  3. 280, 520

  4. 230, 570
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Explanation

To divide 700 in the ratio 2:3, the total parts are 2 + 3 = 5. Each part is 700 / 5 = 140. The two shares are 2 * 140 = 280 and 3 * 140 = 420.

AI explanation

To divide a quantity in a given ratio, add the ratio terms to find the total number of parts, which is 2 + 3 = 5 parts. The value of one part is 700 divided by 5, equaling 140. Multiplying this value by the ratio terms gives the two shares as 280 and 420.

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