A, B, C and D divide a sum of money among themselves in the ratio 7:4:3:2. If D gets Rs. 500 less than A, find the total amount.
Correct answer: C. Rs.1600
- A. Rs.100
- B. Rs.700
- C. Rs.1600
- D. Rs.2000
Explanation
A and D differ by 7 − 2 = 5 ratio parts, and this difference is Rs.500, so one part is Rs.500 ÷ 5 = Rs.100. The total is 7 + 4 + 3 + 2 = 16 parts, giving 16 × Rs.100 = Rs.1600. The likely mistake is option d, Rs.2000, which uses an incorrect value for one ratio part.
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