Question

Find the minimum number notes that will sum up to ₹2990.

• A. 11
• B. 6
• C. 7
• D. 8

Answer 1

The correct option is C 7

Total sum: ₹2990

₹2990
₹2000 × 1 = ₹2000
-_______
₹990
₹500 × 1 = ₹500
-_______
₹490
₹200 × 2 = ₹400
-_______
₹90
₹50 × 1 = ₹50
-_______
₹ 40
₹20 × 2 = ₹ 40
-_______
0
So, total number of notes = 1 (₹2000)
1 (₹500)
2 (₹200)
1 (₹50)
+ 2 (₹20)
_________
7 (₹2990)