Multiple choice

Divide Rs.3600 among P,Q,R, in the ratio 7:2:9. Find the amount received by Q.

  1. Rs.1000

  2. Rs.400

  3. Rs.500

  4. Rs.1800
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Total ratio parts = 7 + 2 + 9 = 18. Value of one part = 3600 / 18 = 200. Q's share = 2 * 200 = 400.

AI explanation

To divide an amount in a given ratio, first add the ratio parts: 7 + 2 + 9 = 18 total parts. Q receives 2 out of the 18 parts, so Q's share is calculated as (2 / 18) multiplied by the total amount of Rs. 3600. This simplifies to (1 / 9) * 3600, which equals Rs. 400. The result is Rs. 400.

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