Question

A sum of money is divided between Mohan and Rohan in the ratio 5:7. If Rohan's share is Rs.665, then find the total amount.

Answer 1

Let the sum of money $Rsx$.

The sum of money is divided in the ratio of $5:7$

$\therefore$ Rohan's share $=\frac{7}{12}$ of $x.$

Rohan's share (given) $=Rs665$

$\therefore \frac{7}{12}x=665$

$x=\frac{12\times 665}{7}$

$x=1140$