Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

A sum of ₹11,236 is divided among A, B and C such that the ratio of the shares of A and B is 3 : 5 and the ratio of the shares of A and C is 4 : 7. The share of B is:

Options:

₹3,392

₹2,544

₹4,452

₹4,240

Correct Answer:

₹4,240

Explanation:

Here,

A : B : C

3 : 5  : 

 4  :  : 7

12 : 20 : 21

⇒ (12 + 20 + 21)units = 11236

⇒ 53 units = 11236

⇒ 1 unit = 212

Share of B = 20 x 212 = Rs. 4240.