A sum of Rs.x was divided between A, B, C and D in the ratio 1/3 : 1/5 : 1/6 : 1/9. If the difference between the shares of B and D is Rs.832, then the value of x is:
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e Rs.7,592.
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The ratio of A, B, C, and D are 1/3 : 1/5 : 1/6 : 1/9 = 30 : 18 : 15 : 10 Let their common ratio be z. |
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Difference between shares of B and D = 832 18z - 10z = 832 8z = 832 z = 104 x = 30z + 18z + 15z + 10z x = 73z x = 73(104) x = Rs. 7592 |