If Rs. 1,368 is divided into two parts in the ratio 5 ∶ 3, then the sum (in th) of the larger part is _______.

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  1. 268.8
  2. 444.72
  3. 585
  4. 855

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Option 4 : 855
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Given:

Total amount = ₹1,368

Ratio = 5 ∶ 3

Formula used:

Larger part = Total amount × (Larger ratio part / Sum of ratio parts)

Calculation:

Larger part = 1368 × (5 / (5 + 3))

⇒ Larger part = 1368 × (5 / 8)

⇒ Larger part = 855

∴ The correct answer is option (4).

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