Question

    Ravi divided a sum of money among Aryan, Kiran and Rohan

    in the ratio 5:7:13 respectively. 70% of Aryan’s share is Rs. 210 less than 50% of Rohan’s share. What is the total amount distributed?
    A Rs. 2,760 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 1,200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 1,050 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 1,750 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Let the amounts received by Aryan, Kiran and Rohan be Rs. 5x, Rs. 7x and Rs. 13x, respectively. According to the question: 0.70 × 5x + 210 = 0.50 × 13x 3.5x + 210 = 6.5x 3x = 210 x = 70 Total amount = (5 + 7 + 13) × 70 = 25 × 70 = Rs. 1,750

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