Multiple choice

A certain sum is divided among A, B, C and D such that the ratio of the shares of A : B = 1 : 3 ; B : C = 2 : 5 ; C : D = 2 : 3. If the difference between the shares of B and D is Rs 6,435, then the total sum (in Rs) is:

  1. 15,477

  2. 17,457

  3. 14,775

  4. 17,745

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Combine ratios: A:B:C:D = 2:6:15:22.5 = 4:12:30:45. D - B = 45 - 12 = 33 units = Rs 6435, so 1 unit = Rs 195. Total = 4 + 12 + 30 + 45 = 91 * 195 = Rs 17745.