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  1. A sum of money is divided among A, B, C and D in the proportion of 7 : 6 : 3 : 5. If B gets ₹ 270 more than C, then share of D is
    1. ₹ 250
    2. ₹ 350
    3. ₹ 450
    4. ₹ 455
Correct Option: C

A : B : C : D = 7 : 6 : 3 : 5
Sum of ratios = 7+ 6 + 3 + 5 = 21
∴  Difference of shares of B and C = Rs. 270
If the total amount be Rs. x ,
then

=
6 − 3
x = 270
21

⇒  3x = 21 × 270
⇒  x =
21 × 270
= Rs. 1890
3

∴  D’s share =
5
× 1890 = Rs. 450
21



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