Multiple choice

A sum of money is divided among A, B, C and D in the proportion of 7 : 6 : 3 : 5. If B gets Rs. 270 more than C then share of D is

  1. Rs. 250

  2. Rs. 350

  3. Rs. 450

  4. Rs. 455
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Let shares be 7x, 6x, 3x, 5x. B gets 6x, C gets 3x. B gets Rs. 270 more than C, so 6x - 3x = 270, thus 3x = 270 and x = 90. D's share = 5x = 5 × 90 = Rs. 450. The answer is Rs. 450.

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