Question

II. A sum of money is divided among three people in the ratio 16:18:7. Find the total
sum of money when the smallest share is Rs. 84.
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Answer 1

Answer:

₹ 492

Step-by-step explanation:

We don't the values by which the no.s were divided to obtain the given ration , hence we take x and make the equation.

Once the equation is set up it is very easy to solve.

Hope it helps :)

Answer 2

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let the money divided be 15x,18x,7x

smallest share is 84

→ 7x = 84

→ x=84/7

→ x=12

Now, 15(12)+18(12)+7(12)

→ 180+216+84

→ 480