Question
A, B and C can do a work in 8, 10 and 12 days,
respectively. After completing the work together, they received ₹5,550. What is the share of B (in ₹) in the amount received?Solution
A, B, and C can do a work in 8, 10, and 12 days, respectively. The ratio = 8 : 10 : 12 The efficiency ratio of A, B, and C = 1/8 : 1/10 : 1/12 = 15 : 12 : 10 So, their wages ratio = 15 : 12 : 10 The share of B = (12/37) × 5550 = Rs. 1800
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