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SSC Quantitative Aptitude Ratio and Proportion Question Bank Ratio and Proportion (II)

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    A bag contains Rs. 216 in the form of Rs. 1, 50 paise and 25 paise coins in the ratio of 2 : 3 : 4. The number of 50 paise coins is

    A) 96

    B) 114

    C) 141

    D) 144

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    [d] Let the number of Rs. 1, 50 paise and 25 paise coins be 2x, 3x and 4x respectively .Then, \[3x+\frac{3x}{2}+\frac{4x}{4}=216\] \[8x+6x+4x=864;18x=864\] \[x=48\] Hence, the number of 50 paise coins \[=(3\times 48)=144\]


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