Question

Two men A and B complete a task in 8 days and earn Rs.8000. If A does 60% of the work, then A gets

• A. Rs.4800
• B. Rs.6000
• C. Rs.4200
• D. Rs.4000

Hint:

In work-wage problems, divide total money according to the percentage of work done.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: Wages are divided in proportion to work done. Explanation: Total earning = Rs.8000 A does 60% of work \[ A's\ share = 60\% \times 8000 = \frac{60}{100} \times 8000 = 4800 \] Thus, A gets Rs.4800.