A sum of money is divided in the ration 2:5:7. Given that the smallest share is $200, calculate the largest share.

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Answer 1

2:5:7

 

There are a total of 14 parts... 2+5+7

One person gets 2/14 or 1/7 of the total

One gets 5/14 of the total

One gets 7/14 or 1/2 of the total

 

Given the smallest is $200 then:  (1/7)Total = 200

                                                 Total = $1400

 

Largest share is (1/2)Total = (1/2)(1400) = $700

 

The shares are $200, $500, $700