By giving Rs. 50 to M, A would have the amount equal to what M had earlier. If…
2024
By giving Rs. 50 to M, A would have the amount equal to what M had earlier. If the sum of the amounts with A and M is Rs. 650. What is the ratio of the amount with A to that with M earlier?
- A.
7 : 4
- B.
5 : 3
- C.
2 : 1
- D.
7 : 6
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Correct answer: D
Explanation:
Let the amounts with A and M be Rs. “X” and Rs. “Y” respectively.
Thus, we have, X + Y = 650 and
X – 50 = Y
X – Y = 50.
Hence, X = 350 & Y = 300
Thus the required ratio is 350 : 300 = 7 : 6