Multiple choice

A can do a work in 3 days. B can do the same work in 2 days. Both of them finish the work together and get Rs.150. What \% of share of B is more than share of A?

  1. 33(1/3)%

  2. 100%

  3. 50%

  4. 75%
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Work efficiency: A does 1/3 work per day, B does 1/2 work per day. Ratio of efficiency A:B = 1/3:1/2 = 2:3. Wages are distributed in ratio of work done, so A gets Rs.60 (40%) and B gets Rs.90 (60%). B's share is (90-60)/60 × 100 = 50% more than A's share.

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