BECE Mathematics 2021 Paper

Concept:An amount divided in a given ratio is split into equal parts represented by the total of the ratio terms.Explanation:Kofi and Ama shared the amount in the ratio $2:3$.This means Kofi gets $2$ parts and Ama gets $3$ parts.Total number of parts $= 2 + 3 = 5$.The total amount shared is $GH₵\,3{,}000.00$.Value of one part $= \frac{3000}{5} = GH₵\,600.00$.Kofi receives $2$ parts.Amount received by Kofi $= 2 \times 600 = GH₵\,1{,}200.00$.Thus, Kofi received $GH₵\,1{,}200.00$.Answer:Kofi received $GH₵\,1{,}200.00$.Correct option: B. $GH₵\,1{,}200.00$.