A sum of ₹ $7000$ is divided among $A, B, C$ in the ratio $8 : 12 : 20$ . Find $C$ 's share.

₹2,500

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₹3,500

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Solution

The correct option is B
₹3,500

Let the share of $A, B$ and $C$ be $8 x, 12 x$ and $20 x$ respectively

Given: total sum $=$ ₹ $7000$

Hence, $8 x + 12 x + 20 x = 7000$

$\Rightarrow 40 x = 7000$

$\Rightarrow x = 175$

Hence, $C$ 's share $= 20 (175)$ $= ₹ 3500$

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