Question
Divide ₹720 among A, B and C in the ratio 5 : 7 : 12.
Solution
ATQ, Sum of ratio = 5+7+12 = 24 Value of 1 part = 720/24 = 30 A = 5×30 = 150 B = 7×30 = 210 C = 12×30 = 360 Answer: A=₹150, B=₹210, C=₹360
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