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A sum of money is divided among A, B, C, and D in the ratio of 2:3:7:11. If the share of C is Rs 2,755 more than the share of A then what i…

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A sum of money is divided among A, B, C, and D in the ratio of 2:3:7:11. If the share of C is Rs 2,755 more than the share of A then what is the total amount of money of B and D together ?
  • ARs 4,408
  • BRs 5,510
  • CRs 6,612
  • DRs 7,714
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CCommunity
Solution
Let x be the total amount of money.

Here, share of C is Rs 2,755 more than the share of A i.e

Share of C - Share of A = 2755

i.e (7x/23) - (2x/23) = 2755

Hence, x= 12,673

Total amount of money with B and D together = (3+11)x/23 = 14x/23 = (14*12673)/23 = 7714

Correct option is D.
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CCommunity
Solution
Let x be the total amount of money.

Here, share of C is Rs 2,755 more than the share of A i.e

Share of C - Share of A = 2755

i.e (7x/23) - (2x/23) = 2755

Hence, x= 12,673

Total amount of money with B and D together = (3+11)x/23 = 14x/23 = (14*12673)/23 = 7714

Correct option is D.