Rs. 720 is Divided Between X and Y in the Ratio 4:5. How Many Rupees Will Each Get? - Mathematics

Rs. 720 is divided between x and y in the ratio 4:5. How many rupees will each get?

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Total amount = Rs. 720 Ratio between x, y = 4 : 5

Sum of ratios = 4 + 5 = 9

x’s share = `4/9` of Rs. 720 = Rs. 320

y’s share = `5/9` of Rs. 720 = Rs. 400

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