GB-16-02-001 · Sharing in a ratio
Share £504 between Amy and Dan in the ratio 4 : 17.
Ratio: Using a Basic Ratio Table
Booklet p. 18
Method
1) Draw a Ratio Table with rows for each person and Total
2) Find the multiplier from Total parts to Total money
3) Multiply each part by the multiplier
Worked Example (GB-16-02-001)
| Person | Ratio (Parts) | Actual (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Amy | 4 | £96 |
| Dan | 17 | £408 |
| Total | 21 | £504 |
(504 ÷ 21 = 24)
Amy £96; Dan £408