Question

2. A sum of $400 was shared between Samantha and Jade. Samantha received S100 more than Jade. a) If Jade received $150, how much money did Samantha receive? (1 mark) Samanth received $ b) Determine the ratio used to share the money between Samantha and Jade. (2 marks) The ratio in its lowest terms =​

Answer 1

Samantha share =$250

ratio = 5:3

Explanation:

Samantha

`= jade + 100`

jade

`150`

samantha

`150 + 100 = 250`

ratio

250:150

5:3