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    Question

    A sum is distributed among M, N, O and P in the ratio

    4:7:9:2. If O gets Rs. 14000 more than P, find the difference between the shares of M and N.
    A Rs.3200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.4450 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.6000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.5400 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ, Let the shares of M, N, O and P be 4x, 7x, 9x and 2x respectively. According to the question, 9x = 2x + 14000 7x = 14000 x = 2000 Share of M = 4x = 4 × 2000 = Rs. 8000 Share of N = 7x = 7 × 2000 = Rs. 14000 Required difference = 14000 − 8000 = Rs. 6000

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