The ratio of the monthly incomes of Ramu and Somu is 6 : 5 and the ratio of their expenditures is 7 : 6. At the end of the month, Ramu and Somu save ₹ 1,500 and ₹ 1,000. respectively. What is Ramu's monthly income?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. ₹ 12000.
Income = Expenditure + savings
Income - Savings = Expenditure
ATQ,
Let's The ratio of the monthly incomes of Ramu and Somu is 6x : 5x
the ratio of their expenditures is 7 : 6.
Ramu and Somu save ₹ 1,500 and ₹ 1,000. respectively.
(6x - 1500)/(5x - 1000) = 7/6
36x - 9000 = 35x -7000
x = 2000
Ramu's monthly income = 6x = Rs 12000