JAMB Mathematics 2008 Objective — Question 45
Question 45 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Mathematics 2008 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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The sum of the ages of Musa and Lawal is 28 years. After sharing a certain sum of money in the ratio of their ages, Musa gets #600 and Lawal #800. How old is Lawal?
- A. 12 years
- B. 14 years
- C. 16 yearsCorrect
- D. 20 years
Explanation
Ratio of ages = ratio of money shared = 600:800 = 3:4. Sum of ages=28, sum of ratio parts=7. Lawal's age = (4/7)x28 = 16 years.
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