A man invests some money partly in 9% stock at 96 and partly in 12% stock at 120. To obtain equal dividends from both, he must invest the money in the ratio:

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A man invests some money partly in 9% stock at 96 and partly in 12% stock at 120. To obtain equal dividends from both, he must invest the money in the ratio:

[A].	3 : 4
[B].	3 : 5
[C].	4 : 5
[D].	16 : 15

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

For an income of Re. 1 in 9% stock at 96, investment = Rs.		96		= Rs.	32
		9			3

For an income Re. 1 in 12% stock at 120, investment = Rs.		120		= Rs. 10.
		12

Ratio of investments =	32	: 10 = 32 : 30 = 16 : 15.
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