A sum is divided among A, B, C, D such that the ratio of the shares of A & B is 2 : 3, that of B and C is 1 : 2 and that of C and D is 3 : 4. If the difference b/w the shares of A& D is 648, then the sum of the shares of A, B, C, D is:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Note: The question has been modified since it was incorrect according to the answer key released by the SSC.
The correct answer is option 1 i.e Rs 2,052
A : B : C : D
2 : 3 : 6 : 8
Diff bw A & D = 8 - 2 = 6
6 parts = 648
1 part = 648/6 = 108
Sum of the shares of A, B, C, D = (2 + 3 + 6 + 8) × 108
= 19 × 108
= Rs. 2,052