How to Share an Amount in a Given Ratio

Updated Aug 3, 2026 · View standard page

A total of ₹540 is shared in the ratio 2:3:4. Start by counting the total number of parts.

2 + 3 + 4 = 9 parts

One part is therefore:

540 ÷ 9 = 60

Now multiply by each ratio number:

2 parts = 120
3 parts = 180
4 parts = 240

Final check

Add the shares: 120 + 180 + 240 = 540, which matches the total.

Common slip: students sometimes divide by one of the ratio numbers instead of the sum of all parts. Always add the parts first.