Multiple choice

The amount of Rs 22750 is divided between P, Q, R, S in such a way that the ratio of parts of P and Q, Q and R, and R and S is equal to 2: 3. Profit of R is:

  1. 2800

  2. 4200

  3. 5400

  4. 6300
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Explanation

Let P = 2x. Since P:Q = 2:3, Q = 3x. Since Q:R = 2:3, R = 4.5x. Since R:S = 2:3, S = 6.75x. Total = 2x + 3x + 4.5x + 6.75x = 16.25x = 22750. Solving gives x ≈ 1400. R's share = 4.5 × 1400 = 6300.

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