A, B, C and D divide a sum of money among themselves in the ratio 7:4:3:2. If D gets Rs. 500 less than A, find the total amount.
A. Rs.100
B. Rs.700
C. Rs.1600
D. Rs.2000
Let the amount be divided into 7x,4x,3x and 2x.
7x-2x = 500 5x=500 x = 100
Total amount = 7x+4x+3x+2x = 16x = Rs.1600