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    Question

    A total sum of Rs. 6720 was to be divided among X, Y,

    and Z in the ratio 10:14:16 respectively. However, it was mistakenly distributed in the ratio 9:11:12 respectively. Calculate the difference between the amount X was supposed to get and the amount actually received by Y.
    A Rs.630 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.440 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.560 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Amount supposed to be received by 'X' = 6720 × (10/40) = Rs. 1680

    Actual amount received by 'Y' = 6720 × (11/32) = Rs. 2310

    So, required difference = 2310 - 1680 = Rs. 630

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