Question

If 5,600 is divided among A, B and C such that A gets 1,000 less than B and C gets 1,200 less than B, the share of B will be

• A. 1,800
• B. 2,600
• C. 1,600
• D. None of these

Hint:

If 5,600 is divided among A, B and C such that A gets 1,000 less than B and C gets 1,200 less than B, the share of B will be

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Let B’s share = x. A’s share = x - 1000. C’s share = x - 1200. Total share = A + B + C=5600. (x - 1000) + x + (x - 1200) = 5600 3x - 2200=5600 3x =5600 + 2200=7800 x = 7800/3 = 2600. B’s share is 2,600. This matches option (2).