Rs.3,600 is divided between Seema, Komal and Rita, Such that the ratios of the shares of Seema : Komal = 1.5 : 2 and Komal : Rita = 2 : 2.5. Find Rita’s share.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e Rs.1,500.
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Seema : Komal = 1.5 : 2 Komal : Rita = 2 : 2.5 Fraction of Komal is equal in both ratios so ratio of all is Seema : Komal : Rita = 1.5 : 2 : 2.5 = 15 : 20 : 25 = 3 : 4 : 5 Let the ratio is 3x : 4x : 5x |
Total amount = 3600 Total ratio = 3x + 4x + 5x = 12x 12x = 3600 x = 3600/12 = 300 Rita's share = 5x 5x = 5 x 300 =1500 |