SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 145

SSC CPO Tier I - 11th December 2019 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q145

A sum (in) is distributed between A, B and C in the ratio 9 : 6 : 11. If a Gives `500 from his share to C, the ratio of shares of A, B and C becomes 4 : 3 : 6. What is the sum of shares (in `) of B and C, in the beginning?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 8500

Understanding Application
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Ratio
  A B C
Old 9 6 11
New 4 3 6
Balance ratio 4 × 2 3 × 2 6 × 2
New original 8 6 12

Since B has no change 

A has change

1 unit = 500

So

B + C old = 17

17 × 500 = 8500

Hence 8500