A sum of ₹2,244 is divided between P and Q. If Q = (7/11)(Q + P), then share of Q is equal to:
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e ₹1,428.
Total amount = ₹2,244
Q = (7/11) × (P + Q)
Let P + Q = 2244
Then Q = (7/11) × 2244
Q = (7 × 2244) ÷ 11
Q = 15708 ÷ 11 = ₹1,428