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Rs 3200 is divided among A, B and C in the ratio of 3 : 5 : 8 respectively. What is the difference (in Rs) between the share of B and C?

A400

B500

C600

D700

Answer:

C. 600

Read Explanation:

B’s share is = 5/(3 + 5 + 8) × 3200 = 1000 C’s share = 8/(3 + 5 + 8) × 3200 = 1600 Difference = 1600 – 1000 = Rs. 600


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