Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

A sum of ₹1,260 is distributed between Ravi and Mohan. If the shares of Ravi and Mohan are in ratio 5 : 4, then the shares of Ravi and Mohan are respectively:

Options:

₹750 and ₹510

₹680 and ₹580

₹800 and ₹460

₹700 and ₹560

Correct Answer:

₹700 and ₹560

Explanation:

Ravi : Mohan

 5     :    4

⇒ (5 + 4) units = Rs. 1260

⇒ 9 units = 1260

⇒ 1 unit = Rs. 140

⇒ Ravi = 5 x 140 = Rs. 700,

⇒ Mohan = 4 x 140 = Rs. 560.