An amount is distributed among A, B and C in the ratio of 5 : 7: 15. If A’s share is Rs. 1,500, then the total amount is: 

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  1. Rs. 4200
  2. Rs. 2700
  3. Rs. 8100
  4. Rs. 5400

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Option 3 : Rs. 8100
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Given:

A's share (A) = ₹1,500

Ratio of shares (A : B : C) = 5 : 7 : 15

Formula used:

Total amount (T) = A's share × (Total ratio / A's ratio)

Calculation:

Total ratio = 5 + 7 + 15 = 27

⇒ T = 1,500 × (27 / 5)

⇒ T = 300 × 27

⇒ T = 8,100

∴ The correct answer is option (3).

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