Quantitative Aptitude Ques 155

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 $