Question

    A man gives 2/5 of his property to his son, 1/8 in

    charity and 3/7 to his daughter. If he had ₹3250 left, then find the money given by him in charity.
    A ₹6680 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B ₹9960 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C ₹5470 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D ₹8750 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the man have ₹'y'.y(1 - 2/5 - 1/8 - 3/7) = 3250y(280 - 112 - 35 - 120)/280 = 3250y = 3250*280/13y = ₹70000So, the money given by him in charity = 70000 * 1/8 = ₹8750

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