If you would like
to divide 42 in the ratio of 1 : 2 : 3, you can do this using the following
two steps:
First, add the numbers: 1 + 2 + 3 = 6
Second, divide and multiply: 1 / 6 * 42 = 7
2 / 6 * 42 = 14
3 / 6 * 42 = 21
The result you are looking for is 7 : 14 : 21.
