Question

A sum of money is divided among A, B, and C in the ratio 3:5:7 respectively. If B gets Rs. 300 more than A, then the total amount of money is:

• A. Rs. 1500
• B. Rs. 2250
• C. Rs. 4550
• D. Rs. 6550

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Let the total amount of money be x.

Then, A gets \(\frac{3x}{15}\) of the total amount.

B gets \(\frac{5x}{15}\) of the total amount.

C gets \(\frac{7x}{15}\) of the total amount.

Given, B gets Rs. 300 more than A.

So, \(\frac{5x}{15} - \frac{3x}{15} = 300\)

=> \(\frac{2x}{15} = 300\)

=> \(x = 300 \times \left(\frac{15}{2}\right) = 2250\)