Multiple choice

Rs.73689 are divided between A and B in the ratio 4 : 7. What is the difference between thrice the share of A and twice the share of B?

  1. $Rs.36699$
  2. $Rs.46893$
  3. $Rs.13398$
  4. $Rs.26796$
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Total = Rs.73689 in ratio 4:7. Total parts = 4 + 7 = 11. Each part = 73689/11 = 6699. A's share = 4 × 6699 = Rs.26796. B's share = 7 × 6699 = Rs.46893. Thrice A's share = 3 × 26796 = Rs.80388. Twice B's share = 2 × 46893 = Rs.93786. Difference = 93786 - 80388 = Rs.13398. Option C is correct.

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