A sum of ₹12,992 is divided among A, B and C such that the ratio of the shares of A and C is 4: 15 and that of the shares of A and B is 2 : 5. The difference (in ₹) between the shares of B and C is: |
3,136 2,240 2,688 1,792 |
2,240 |
Here, A : B : C 4 : 15 2 : : 5 4 : 10 : 15 ⇒ (4 + 10 + 15) units = 12992 ⇒ 29 units = 12992 ⇒ 1 unit = 448 ⇒ C - B = 15 - 10 = 5 x 448 = Rs. 2240. |