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A sum of Rs. 69,300 is to be divided between two boys A and B, 21 and 22 years old respectively, in such a way that, if their portions be invested at 10 per cent per annum compound interest, they will receive equal amounts on reaching 24 years of age. What is the share of John in the original sum of money?

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Solution

Let A's share be = Rs. x
Then, B's share = Rs. 69,300x
For A,
N=2421=3 years
P= Rs. x, R=10%
On interest being compounded,

Amount =P(1+R100)N

=x×(1+10100)3

=x×(1.1)3 ....(1)
For B,
N=2422=2 years
P= Rs. 69,300x, R=10%
On interest being compounded,

Amount =P(1+R100)N

=(69,300x)×(1+10100)2

=(69,300x)×(1.1)2 ....(2)
Given, eqn 1= eqn 2
x×(1.1)3=(69,300x)×(1.1)2
x×1.1=69,300x
2.1x=69,300
x=33,000
Hence, A's share be = Rs. x= Rs. 33,000
Then, John's share = Rs. 69,300x= Rs. 36,300


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