Multiple choice

A sum of Rs 1462 is divided among x, y and z such that x received 25\% more than y and y received 25\% less than z. What is z's share in the amount?

  1. Rs 564

  2. Rs 554

  3. Rs 504

  4. Rs 594

  5. None of these
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E Correct answer
Explanation

None of these is correct. Let z = 4 units. Then y = 75% of z = 3 units (25% less). And x = 125% of y = 3.75 units (25% more). Total = 4 + 3 + 3.75 = 10.75 units = Rs 1462. So 1 unit = 1462/10.75 = 136. Z's share = 4 × 136 = Rs 544. Since 544 is not in the options, 'None of these' is correct.

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