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    Question

    A plot has to be divided among P, Q and R in the ratio

    2:5:8 respectively. If the area of plot received by R is 4200m² more than the area of plot received by Q, then find the total area of plot received by P and Q.  
    A 16800m² Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 12000m² Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 17000m² Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 11200m² Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 9800m² Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the area of plot received by P, Q and R be 2x, 5x and 8x respectively. According to the question,   => 5x + 4200 = 8x => 3x = 4200 => x = 4200/3 = 1400 Area of plot received by P and Q together, = 2x + 5x = 7x = 7 x 1400 = 9800m²

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