Multiple choice

An amount of Rs. $1,200$ is distributed arnong A, B and C in the ratio of $5 : 7: 13$. What is the difference between the shares of C and B?

  1. Rs. $288$
  2. Rs. $328$
  3. Rs. $296$
  4. Rs. $286$
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Explanation

Total parts in the ratio 5:7:13 is 5 + 7 + 13 = 25. The value of one part is 1200 / 25 = 48. The difference between C (13 parts) and B (7 parts) is 6 parts. 6 * 48 = 288.

AI explanation

The sum of the ratio parts 5, 7, and 13 is 25. The difference between the shares of C and B corresponds to 13 minus 7, which is 6 parts. The value of one part is 1200 divided by 25, equaling Rs. 48. The difference between the shares of C and B is 6 multiplied by 48, resulting in Rs. 288.

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