Question

On dividing a sum of $Rs.832$ between $A$ and $B$ in the ratio $\frac{1}{3}:\frac{1}{5}$ their shares are________.

• A. $Rs.520,Rs.312$
• B. $Rs.500,Rs.332$
• C. $Rs.530,Rs.302$
• D. $Rs.490,Rs.342$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $Rs.520,Rs.312$

The given ratios are $\frac{1}{3}:\frac{1}{5}\Rightarrow \frac{5}{3}$

$\therefore$ On dividing $A$ and $B$ we should get $5:3$ ratio.

Option A : Shares of A and B are $Rs.520$ and $Rs.312$

$\therefore$ $\frac{A}{B}=\frac{520}{312}=\frac{5}{3}$

$\therefore$ Correct answer is option A.