An amount of Rs. 380 is to be divided among 5 men, 8 boys

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An amount of Rs. 380 is to be divided among 5 men, 8 boys and 4 women such that the ratio of amount received by the three is in the ratio of 8: 4: 7. What is the share of a woman?

1. Rs. 35
2. Rs. 36.5
3. Rs. 40
4. Rs. 32.8

Correct Option: A

Ratio = 8 : 4 : 7
Sum of the terms of ratio = 8 + 4 + 7 = 19

∴ Share of 4 women = Rs.		7	× 380		= Rs. 140
		19

1 women’s share =	140	= Rs. 35
	4