karen, John and Devin paid $72 for a gift for their father. they shared the cost on the ratio 6:5:1. how much more money did Karen spend then John

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karen, John and Devin paid $72 for a gift for their father.  they shared the cost on the ratio 6:5:1. how much more money did Karen spend then John

Evelyn M. · Accepted Answer

The Ratio is Karen (6), John (5), Devin (1)

6x +5x + x = 72

12x = 72

12x/12 = 72 / 12

x = 6

Substitute x back into your formula to find out who made what amount.

Karen = 6(6) 36

john = 5(6) 30

Devin = x = 6

Karen spent $6 more dollars then John

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