Share 72 sweets in the ratio 8:1

To find the value of you change the ratio to 8/1 or 8 and

Now divide 72 by the total number.

72/8 = 9

Answer = 9

To find the value of 1 out of all pieces divided, add the ratios.

8+1 = 9

Now divide 72 by the total number.

72/9 = 8 (the value of one 1 unit)

Now to find the value of 8 units = 8*8 = 64

Value of 1 unit = 8