A sum of ₹x is divided between A, B, C, and D such that the ratio of the shares of A and B is 2 : 3, that of B and C is 8 : 9 and that of C and D is 3 : 4. If C's share is ₹4,347, then the value of x is:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 16,583.
C/D = 3/4
⇒ D = (4/3) × 4347 = 5796
B/C = 8/9
B = (8/9) × 4347 = 3864
A/B = 2/3
A = (2/3) × 3864 = 2576
Total amount = 2576 + 3864 + 4347 + 5796 = 16583