Three men, Bedu, Bakre and Kofi shared’ N500 in the ratio 3:2: x respectively. If Bedu’s share is N150, find the value of x.
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A.
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B.
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C.
5 -
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6
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
(5+xrightarrow 500\
3 rightarrow 150\
∴ 3 times 500 = 150 times (5+x)\
1500 = 750 + 150x\
x=frac{750}{150}=5)