An amount of Rs. 360 is divided among three people in the ratio 2:3:4. What is the largest share?

Correct answer: B. Rs. 160

  • A. Rs. 120
  • B. Rs. 160
  • C. Rs. 140
  • D. Rs. 180

Explanation

The ratio contains 9 total parts, and each part is Rs. 360 ÷ 9 = Rs. 40. The largest share has 4 parts, so it is Rs. 160.

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