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

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Solution

It is given that Total amount = ₹ 720
Ratio between x and y = 4: 5
We know thatThe sum of ratios = 4 + 5 = 9
So x’s share $= \frac{4}{9}$ of $₹ 720 = ₹ 320$
Similarly y’s share $= \frac{5}{9}$ of $₹ 720 = ₹ 400$

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