WBCS.LIVE practice question

Divide Rs. 210 in the ratio 2 : 3 : 4 : 5. The respective amounts (in Rs.) are:

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 30, 45, 65 and 70
  2. 30, 45, 60 and 75
  3. 35, 40, 60 and 75
  4. 30, 40, 60 and 80

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 30, 45, 60 and 75

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. 30, 45, 60 and 75 šŸ“š Explanation: Sum of ratios = 2+3+4+5 = 14. One part = 210 / 14 = 15. The respective amounts are 2x15=30, 3x15=45, 4x15=60, and 5x15=75. This method of proportional division is used to share a total amount based on given weightages. Option B is the only correct distribution.