Question

A sum of money is divided among P, Q and R so that each 5 rupee P gets, Q gets 3 rupees 25 paise and R gets 2 rupees. If R's share is Rs.80, then sum must be -

• A. Rs.420
• B. Rs.430
• C. Rs.490
• D. Rs.470
• E. Rs.410

Answer 1

The correct option is E

Rs.410

Let the total investment be `x'

The investments are in the ratio - 20 : 13 : 8

Investment of R = $\frac{8}{41}\times x$

$\frac{8}{41}\times x=80$

$x=Rs.410$