Question

A sum of money is to be divided among P, Q and R in the ratio 2 : 3 : 5. If the total share of P and Q is Rs. 400 more than the share of Q, what amount will R get?

Answer 1

Answer:

R's share = Rs. 1000

Step-by-step explanation:

P:Q:R = 2:3:5

let the total sum be x

then P = 2/10x, Q = 3/10x, R = 5/10x

2/10x + 3/10x = 400 + 3/10x

2/10x = 400

x = 2000

5/10x = 1/2 * 2000

R's share = 1000