SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 40

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 11/09/2019 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q40

The ratio of the income of A to that of B is 5 : 7. A and B save Rs 4000 and Rs 5000 respectively. If the expenditure of A is equal to  of the expenditure of B, then the total income of A and B is ?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 ie Rs 24,000.

Explanation:

Income ratio = 5 : 7 =  10 : 14

Expenditure = 2 : 3 =     6 : 9

Savings = 4 : 5       =      4 : 5

k = 1000

(10 + 14) × k = 24 × 1000 = Rs 24000