SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 58

SSC CHSL - 11 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q58

Three person A, B and C invested some money in a business. The thare of A is twice the share of B, and the share of B is thrice the share of C. After 1 year, they earned ₹6,000, Find the money A received?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. ₹3,600.

Let C's share = x

B's share = 3x

A's share = 2(3x) = 6x

A : B : C = 6x : 3x : x = 6 : 3 : 1

A's share = (3/5) × 6000 = 3600

Therefore, A received ₹3,600.