Question

    An amount of money is divided among L, M and N in the ratio of 3:4:7, respectively. If the amount received by N is Rs.6000 more than the amount received by M, then what is the total amount received by L and M together?

    A 16000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 18000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 10000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 14000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio = 3 : 4 : 7 = 3x : 4x : 7x => N = 6000 + M => N – M = 6000 => 7x – 4x = 6000 => x = 2000 Total amount received by L and M = 3x + 4x = 7x = 7×2000 = Rs. 14000

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