Multiple choice

A sum of money is divided among A, B, C in such a way that 5 times A’s share, 3 times B’s share and 2 times C’s share are equal. The ratio between the share of A, B, C is

  1. $5 : 3 : 2$
  2. $2 : 2 : 5$
  3. $15 : 10 : 6$
  4. $6 : 10 : 15$
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Given that 5A = 3B = 2C, we can find the ratio A:B:C by taking LCM of 5, 3, 2 which is 30. If 5A = 30, then A = 6. If 3B = 30, then B = 10. If 2C = 30, then C = 15. Therefore, A:B:C = 6:10:15, which matches option D.

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