Salaries of A, B, and C are in the ratio 1:2:3. If salaries of B and C together amount to Rs. 60000, by what percentage is salary of C more than that of A?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. 200%
- Step 1: Ratio of salaries: A = x, B = 2x, C = 3x.
- Step 2: Difference between C and A = 3x - x = 2x.
- Step 3: Percentage excess over A = (2x / x) * 100% = 200%.
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