Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

If an amount of ₹800 is distributed between Ravi, Mohan and Govind in the proportions 2 : 5 : 3, then the sum of the shares of Mohan and Govind, is:

Options:

₹560

₹400

₹640

₹240

Correct Answer:

₹640

Explanation:

Ravi : Mohan : Govind

  2    :    5     :   3

⇒ (2 + 5 + 3)units = Rs. 800

⇒ 10 units = 800

⇒ 1 unit = Rs. 80

Sum of shares of Mohan and Govind = (5 + 3) x 80 = 8 x 80 = Rs. 640.