Question

    If a sum of money is to be divided among A, B, C such that A’s share is equal to twice B’s share and B’s share is 5 times C’s share then their shares are in the ratio:

    A 10:5:1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 11:6:1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 14:7:1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 16:8:1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of shares of A and B = 2:1 Ratio of shares of B and C = 5:1 Ratio of shares of A, B and C = 2 x 5: 1 x 5: 1 x 1 = 10:5:1

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