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The ratio of the number of Rs 5 coins to Rs 2 coins in a box is 3 : 5, and the total value of all coins is Rs 150.
Find the number of Rs 2 coins.

Class 8Ratios and ProportionsComparing Quantities
  • A30
  • B33
  • C27
  • D60

Step-by-Step Solution

Let coins be 3k (Rs 5) and 5k (Rs 2). Value = 5(3k) + 2(5k) = 15k + 10k = 25k = 150, so k = 6. Rs 2 coins = 5 * 6 = 30.
Answer: A) 30

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