Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
A sum of money is divided into parts $x, y, z$ in ratio $2:3:5$. If $z$ is Rs 300 more than $x$, find $y$.
A300
B200
C500
D100
✓ Correct Answer: A — 300
Difference z-x = 5-2 = 3 units. 3 units = 300. y is 3 units, so y = 300.
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