Multiple choice

A sum of Rs.14000 is divided among three persons A, B and C in such a way that the shares of A and B are in the ratio 2: 3 and those of B and C are in the ratio 4: 5. The share of B is

  1. Rs.4800

  2. Rs.5000

  3. Rs.5200

  4. Rs.5400

  5. Rs.4600
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A Correct answer
Explanation

First, make B equivalent in both ratios. A:B = 8:12 and B:C = 12:15. Combined ratio A:B:C = 8:12:15. Total parts = 35. B's share = (12/35) × 14000 = Rs.4800. Options B (5000) and C (5200) use incorrect ratio combinations.

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