A sum of ₹7,410 is divided between A, B and C such that the ratio of the share of A to the combined share of B and C is 9 : 17 and the ratio of the share of C to the combined share of A and B is 5 : 8. What is the ratio of the shares of B and C?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 7 : 10.
A : (B + C) = 9 : 17
C : (A + B) = 5 : 8 = 10 : 16
A + B = 16
⇒ B = 16 - 9 = 7
Also, C = 10
B : C = 7 : 10