Multiple choice

A sum of money is divided among A, B, C and D in the ratio of 3 : 5 : 9 : 13 respectively. If the share of C is Rs. 2412 more than the sahre of A, then what is the total amount of money of B and D together ?

  1. Rs. 4422

  2. Rs. 7236

  3. Rs. 6030

  4. Rs. 4824

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Let the ratio amounts be 3x, 5x, 9x, 13x. The difference between C and A is 9x - 3x = 6x = 2412, so x = 402. B + D = 5x + 13x = 18x = 7236.