Question

A sum of money is to be divided among 3 men A, B and C in the ratio 2 ∶ 5 ∶ 7. If C gets Rs. 400 more than B, then what is the share of B?
1. Rs. 400
2. Rs. 600
3. Rs. 1,000
4. Rs. 1,400

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Rs. 1,000

Given:

The money is divided among A, B and C in the ratio 2 : 5 : 7

C gets 400 more than B

Concept Used:

Concept of ratio and proportion

Calculation:

Let, the money get by A, B and C is 2x, 5x and 7x

Accordingly,

7x - 5x = 400

⇒ 2x = 400

⇒ x = 200

Share of B is 5x = 5 × 200 = 1000

∴ The share of B is Rs. 1000.