Question

Mr. Joseph shared his investments in his children’s names in the ratio 4 ∶ 5 and the total amount is Rs.72,000. What is the investment share of the 1^st child?
1. 42000
2. 50000
3. 32000
4. 45000

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : 32000

Given 

Total amount = Rs 72,000 

Calculation 

Let the share of children be 4x and 5x

⇒ 4x + 5x = 72000 

⇒ x = 8000 

So, 1st child share = 4x = 4 × 8000 = Rs 32,000

∴ The required answer is Rs 32,000