Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

₹6,300 is divided between X, Y, Z, such that X : Y = 7 : 5 and Y : Z = 4 : 3. Find the share of Y.

Options:

₹1,800

₹2,000

₹2,200

₹2,400

Correct Answer:

₹2,000

Explanation:

X : Y : Z

7 : 5

   : 4 : 3

28 : 20 : 15

⇒ (28 + 20 + 15)units = Rs. 6300

⇒ 63 units = 6300

⇒ 1 unit = 100

Y's share = 20 x 100 = Rs. 2000.