Multiple choice

In a work, Z1, Z2 and Z3 work for 8, 10 and 15 days respectively. The daily wages of Z1, Z2 and Z3 are in the ratio 3:4:4 respectively. If they receive a total of ₹ 2,480 as wages for the work done, then what is the combined share of Z1 and Z3 in the total wages received?

  1. ₹ 2000

  2. ₹ 1680

  3. ₹ 1800

  4. ₹ 1540

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Let the daily wages be 3x, 4x, and 4x for Z1, Z2, Z3. Total wages = 8(3x) + 10(4x) + 15(4x) = 124x = ₹2480, so x = 20. Z1's share = 24x = ₹480, Z3's share = 60x = ₹1200. Combined share = ₹480 + ₹1200 = ₹1680.