Multiple choice

An amount of money is to be divided among Sakshi, Aastha and Ruchita in the ratio of 3: 5: 7 respectively. If the amount received by Ruchita is Rs. 8000 more than the amount received by Aastha, what will be the average amount received by Sakshi & Aastha?

  1. $16500$
  2. $18000$
  3. $15000$
  4. $16000$
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Let the amounts for Sakshi, Aastha, and Ruchita be 3x, 5x, and 7x respectively. Ruchita receives 7x - 5x = 2x more than Aastha. Given 2x = 8000, so x = 4000. Sakshi receives 3x = 12000 and Aastha receives 5x = 20000. Their average is (12000 + 20000) / 2 = 16000. Option D matches this result.

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