Question

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    A sum of money is divided among P, Q, R and S in the

    ratio of 3:4:8:9 respectively. If the share of R's is Rs. 2900 more than the share of Q, then what is the total amount of money of P and S together?
    A Rs. 7125 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 8700 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 5720 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 7800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs. 6650 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of P, Q, R and S is 3:4:8:9 respectively, According to the question, =gt; R = 2900 + 4x =gt; 8x = 2900 + 4x =gt; 4x = 2900 =gt; x = 725 =gt; Total amount of P and S together = 3x + 9x = 12x = 12 x 725 = Rs. 8700

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