Rs. 13000 is divided among X, Y and Z such that 2 times of X's share is equal to 3 times of Y's share which is equal to 4 times of Z's share. What is the share of Y?

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  1. Rs. 3200
  2. Rs. 4800
  3. Rs. 5600
  4. Rs. 4000

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Option 4 : Rs. 4000
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Given:

Total = 13000

2X = 3Y = 4Z

Solution:

X = 3/2Y

Z = 3/4 Y

Total = 3/2 Y + Y + 3/4 Y = 13000

6Y + 4Y + 3Y = 4 x 13000

13Y = 4 x 13000

Y = 4 x 1000 = Rs. 4000

Hence, the correct option is 4.

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