Multiple choice

Rs.11200 is to be divided among A, B, C and D in such a way that the ratio of share of A : B is 1 : 2, B : C is 3 : 1, C : D is 2 : 3. Find the share of (B + D).

  1. 6000

  2. 7200

  3. 6600

  4. 8000
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Explanation

Given A:B = 1:2, B:C = 3:1, and C:D = 2:3. To combine, make B equal in first two ratios: A:B = 3:6 and B:C = 6:2. So A:B:C = 3:6:2. With C:D = 2:3, we get A:B:C:D = 3:6:2:3. Total parts = 14. B + D = 6 + 3 = 9 parts = 9/14 × 11200 = 7200.

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