If ₹1,000 is divided into three parts in the ratio 2 : 3 : 5, find the value of the smallest part.

₹100 ₹300 ₹200  ₹400

₹200

Here, 2 : 3 : 5 = 1000 ⇒ (2 + 3 + 5)units = 1000 ⇒ 10 units = 1000 ⇒ 1 unit = 100, ⇒ Value of Smallest part = 2 x 100 = Rs. 200.