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    Question

    A bag contains Re 1 and 50 paise coins in the ratio 2 :

    3. While the ratio of 50 paise and 25 paise is 4:5. If the total value of these coins is Rs 177.50, then tell the number of 50 paise coins.
    A 110 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 100 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 120 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 125 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E none of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of 1 rupee and 50 paise coin = 2:3 Ratio of 50 paise to 25 paise coin = 4 : 5 The Ratio of 1 Rs, 50 Paise, and 25 Paise respectively = 8 : 12 : 15                                                                                         = 8x:12x:15x Now the no of Coins of 50 Paise is 12x10 = 120 Coins

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