Word Problem 7 (Division of assets, heritage share calculation)
Problem 7: A father wishes to divide his yearly savings of Rs 846 among three sons in 1/3:1/4:1/5. How nuch should he give to his first son?
a. Rs 360 b. Rs 360 c. Rs 360 d. Rs 360
Share calculation —
Solution:
To answer this problem we use share formula which is ;
Here sum of ratios = 1/3+1/4+1/5=(20+15+12)/60=47/60
and Ratio of first son = 1/3
So, we put values in above formula;
hence,
hence,
so,
so,
So first son will get Rs 360