Question

A particular sum was divided among A, B and C in the ratio $2:6:7$ respectively. If the amount received by A was Rs. $4,908$, what was the difference between the amounts received by B and C?

• A. Rs. $2,454$
• B. Rs. $3,494$
• C. Rs. $2,135$
• D. Rs. $2481$
• E. None of these$

Answer 1

The correct option is A Rs. $2,454$

Amount received by A$=$ Rs. $4908$
Amount received by B$=\frac{4908}{2}\times 6=$Rs.$14724$
Amount received by C$=\frac{4908}{2}\times 7=$Rs. $17178$
Required difference $=17178-14724$
$=$Rs. $2454$.