Question

Mr Allen, Mr Broome and Mr Collins own 2, 5 and 7 parts of a
business respectively. The business makes £420 profit in a
week. How much does each man get?

Answer 1

Answer:

see explanation

Step-by-step explanation:

sum the parts , 2 + 5 + 7 = 14 parts

Divide the profit by 14 to find the value of one part

£420 ÷ 14 = £30 , then

2 parts = 2 × £30 = £60 ← Mr Allen's share

5 parts = 5 × £30 = £150 ← Mr Broome's share

7 parts = 7 × £30 = £210 ← Mr Collin's share