Multiple choice

A sum of money is divided among M, N, O and P in the ratio (5 : 6 : 11 : 9) respectively. If the share of M and O is Rs. 2640 then what is the difference between the amount obtained by N and P ?

  1. Rs. 490

  2. Rs. 482

  3. Rs. 486

  4. Rs. 495

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Let total parts = 5+6+11+9 = 31. M+O = 5+11 = 16 parts = Rs. 2640, so 1 part = Rs. 165. N gets 6 parts = 6×165 = Rs. 990, P gets 9 parts = 9×165 = Rs. 1485. Difference = 1485-990 = Rs. 495. Option D is correct.

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