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The ratio of the monthly earning of X to that of Y is 3: 5. If the monthly earning of X increases by 20% and that of Y decreases by 60%, the new ratio becomes 7: 5. What is X's monthly earning?

A)  Rs.16200                     

B)  Rs.14800         

C)         Rs.16800         

D)         Rs.17800         

E)         Can't e determined

Correct Answer: E

Solution :

Monthly ratio of earning of X to Y So, we can't determine the amount of monthly earning of X and Y. Note: Since all the given values are in ratio or % (and no absolute value is given) we can't find the solution.