Three boys shared D 10,500.00 in the ratio 6:7:8. Find the largest share.
A
4000
B
5000
C
4500
D
3500
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Total proportion is 6+7+8 = 21
\(\frac{6 * 10500}{21}\) = 3000
\(\frac{7 * 10500}{21}\) = 3500
\(\frac{8 * 10500}{21}\) = 4000
The largest share is 4000
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #64513)