If we divide a sum of ₹455 in the ratio 4 : 3, the larger share (in ₹) is:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → 260
Dividing a sum in the ratio 4 : 3 means splitting it into \(4+3=7\) equal parts and giving 4 parts to one person and 3 to the other. The larger share is the one with 4 parts.
Value of one part: \(455\div7=65\)
The larger share is 4 parts: \(4\times65=260\)