Question: Rs. 710 were divided among A, B and C in such a way that A had Rs. 40 more than B and C had Rs. 30 more than A. How much was C’s share?
Options:
A) Rs. 270
B) Rs. 300
C) Rs. 135
D) Rs. 235
E) None of these
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
- Let A got = Rs. X
Then, B’s share $ =Rs.(x-40) $
And C’s share $ =Rs.(x+30) $
Now, $ x+x-40+x+30=710 $
$ \Rightarrow $ $ 3x-10=710 $
$ \Rightarrow $ $ x=\frac{720}{3}=240 $
Hence, C’s share $ =240+30=Rs.,270 $