GCE Mathematics 2024 Objective — Question 18
Question 18 of 50 from the General Certificate of Education (GCE) Mathematics 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Gifty, Justina and Frank shared 60 oranges in the ratio 5:3:7 respectively. How many oranges did Justina receive?
- A. A. 12Correct
- B. B. 16
- C. C. 20
- D. D. 28
Explanation
The total ratio is 5+3+7=15. Justina's share is 3/15 of the total. To find the number of oranges Justina received, we multiply the total number of oranges (60) by 3/15: 60×3/15=12.
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