Sam and Bethan share £54 in the ratio 5:4. How much will each get?

Sam will get £30 while Bethan will get £24.

Step-by-step explanation:

The total ratio shared by Sam and Bethan is 5+4 = 9

1 share ratio is the total amount involved divided by the total ratio

That is, £54/9 = £6

if 1 share ratio is £6,

Sam with 5 share ratio will get £6*5 = £30

while Bethan with ratio 4 wiill get £6*4 = £24