Question

A can make a divider in 20 days, while B can make it in 50 days. If they work together and get Rs.3500, then find the share of B in the amount.

• A. Rs. 1500
• B. Rs. 1800
• C. Rs. 1000
• D. Rs. 1400

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Rs. 1000

Solution: Given: Time is taken by A = 20 days Time is taken by B = 50 days Calculations: A's 1 day's work = 1/20 B's 1 day's work = 1/50 The ratio of their work = 1/20 : 1/50 ⇒ 5 : 2 B's share = 3500 × 2/7 ⇒ Rs. 1000 ∴ The B's share is Rs. 1000