SSC CPO 2020 PYQ — Question 176

SSC CPO - 24 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • Reasoning • Q176

Rs. 2,871 is to be divided among A, B and C in the ratio of 9 : 11 : 13 respectively. How much more money (in Rs.) will C get as compared to A?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option2 i.e. 348.

2871 divided in A B, C in ratio 9 : 11 : 13.

Let a rs get each person

9a + 11a + 13a = 2871

33a = 2871

a = 2871/33

a = 87

A's part = 9a = 9 × 87 = 783

B's part = 11a = 11 × 87  = 957

C's part = 13 × 87 = 1131

C get more money as compare to A = 1131 - 783 = 348.