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Rs. 585 is to be divided among A, B and C in the ratio 3 : 4 : 6. By mistake, it is divided in the ratio `1/6:1/4:1/3`. Find the loss incurred to C due to this mistake (in Rs.) . Choose the correct answer from the following options:

A

10

B

15

C

20

D

25

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Total money = Rs. 585
(a) Ratio of actual shares is ` 3 : 4 : 6 `
Actual share of C (in Rs.) = `6/13 (585) `
= 6(45) = 270.
(b) Ratio of shares given = ` 1/6 : 1/4 : 1/3`
Now, share of C (in Rs.) = ` 4/9 (585) = 4(65) = 260`
Loss incurred by C (in Rs.) = 270 - 260 = 10.
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