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A and B have money in the ratio `2:1`. If A gives Rs 2 to, B, the money will be in the ratio `1:1`. What were the initial amounts they had?

A

a) Rs 12 and Rs 6

B

b) Rs 16 and Rs 8

C

c) Rs 8 and Rs 4

D

d) Rs 6 and Rs 3

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