In September, the ratio of the amount Ray spent and the amount he saved was 4:1. In October, he got a salary raise. He increased his spending by 25% but save the same amount. Find the new ratio. Is it 5:1?

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In September, the ratio of the amount Ray spent and the amount he saved was 4:1.  In October, he got a salary raise.  He increased his spending by 25% but save the same amount.  Find the new ratio.  Is it 5:1?

Reed · Answer

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Reiny · Answer

amount spent = 4x amount saved = x after increase = 1.25(4x) = 5x amount saved = x so new ratio = 5x: x = 5:1 you are correct