CSATData Interpretation & SufficiencyRatio & Proportion2024

A Question is given followed by two Statements I and II. Consider the Question and the Statements. A certain amount was distributed among X, Y and Z. Question: Who received the least amount? 1. Statement-I : X received 4/5 of what Y and Z together received. 2. Statement-II : Y received 2/7 of what X and Z together received. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and the Statements?

A

The Question can be answered by using one of the Statements alone, but cannot be answered using the other Statement alone

B

The Question can be answered by using either Statement alone

C

The Question can be answered by using both the Statements together, but cannot be answered using either Statement alone

D

The Question cannot be answered even by using both the Statements together

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Let us assume the Total amount distributed is $T$. The goal is to compare the shares of X, Y, and Z. **Step 1: Simplify Statement I** It says $X$ received $4/5$ of what others ($Y+Z$) received. Using the 'Thinking in P

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