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  1. A sum of ₹ 1682 is to be divided between A and B who are respectively 20 years and 22 years old. They invest their shares at 5% per annum, compounded annually. At the age of 25 years both receive equal amounts. Find the share of each.
    1. ₹ 730 ; ₹ 952
    2. ₹ 750 ; ₹ 932
    3. ₹ 700 ; ₹ 982
    4. ₹ 800 ; ₹ 882
Correct Option: D

Given in question , Rate = 5% per annum
For A, time = 5 years
For B, time = 3 years
r = 5% per annum
According to question ,

A1 +
5
5 = B1 +
5
3
100100

B
= 1 +
5
2
A100

B
=
441
A400

Sum of ratio = 400 + 441 = 841
As given, sum = A + B = ₹ 1682
So, A =
400
×1682 = ₹ 800
841

and B =
441
×1682 = ₹ 882
841



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