₹7,786 is divided among A, B and C in such a manner that the ratio of the amount of A to that of B is 3 : 4 and the ratio of the amount of B to that of C is 12 : 13. The amount of money received by B is:
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. ₹2,748.
Given that
₹7,786 is divided among A, B and C
The ratio of the amount of A and B = 3 : 4
The ratio of the amount of B and C = 12: 13
Let the share of A, B, and C be 9x, 12x, and 13x respectively
According to the question
⇒ Total amount = 9x + 12x + 13x = ₹7786
⇒ 34x = ₹7786
⇒ x = ₹7786/34 = ₹229
Hence, the amount of money received by B = 12x = 12 × 229 = ₹2748.