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Aptitude · Q71

Ratio

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 71

Q71

A sum of Rs. 1240 is distributed among A, B and C such that the ratio of amount received by A and B is 6 : 5 and that of B and C is 10 : 9 respectively. Find the share of C ?

A.
Rs. 480
B.
Rs. 360
Answer
C.
Rs. 400
D.
Rs. 630

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Given, A : B = 6 : 5
B : C = 10 : 9
A : B = 6 : 5 (multiply with 2)
i.e. A : B = 12 : 10
∴ A : B : C = 12 : 10 : 9
⇒ 12x + 10x + 9x = 1280
⇒ x = 40
∴ Share of C = 9 × 40 = 360