SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 42

SSC GD Constable (English) - 7 Feb 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q42

Rs 936 is divided among P, Q, and R in ratio 2: 3: 4 instead of 1/2: 1/3: 1/4 by mistakes. The gain of R in the distribution is ______.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Rs 200.

Calculations:

Rs. 936 divided into 1/2 : 1/3 : 1/4 = P : Q : R = 6 : 4 : 3

Share of R = 3/13 × 936 = Rs. 216

Divided in the wrong ratio = P : Q : R = 2 : 3 : 4

Share of R = 4/9 × 936 = Rs. 416

The gain of R = 416 - 216 = Rs. 200