Question

Paul, Colin and Brian are waiters.
One night the restaurant earns tips totalling £71.10.
They share the tips in the ratio 2:3:4.
How much more does Colin get over Paul?

Answer 1

Paul receives 2 portions, which equals to 7.9 * 2 = 15.8

Colin receives 3 portions , this equals to 7.9 * 3 = 23.7

the difference between the 2 portions is 23.7 - 15.8  = 7.9 

hence, Colin receives £7.9 over Paul