The following question refers to the distribution of expenditures incurred by Rohan under different heads. Rohan has a monthly income of ₹50,000 out of which he spends 60% on different expenditures. What is the total expenditure (in ₹) incurred on Health, Education and Transportation together if they comprise 14%, 25%, and 17% of the total spent amount respectively?
- ARs. 16,800
- BRs. 15,800
- CRs. 28,000
- DRs. 18,000
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
Total monthly income = ₹50,000
Total money spent on expenditures = 60% of ₹50,000
Total Expenditure=
100
60
×50,000=₹30,000
Combined percentage allocation for Health, Education, and Transportation:
Total Percentage=14%+25%+17%=56%
Total expenditure on these three categories together:
Required Amount=56% of Total Expenditure
Required Amount=
100
56
×30,000=56×300=Rs. 16,800
Total money spent on expenditures = 60% of ₹50,000
Total Expenditure=
100
60
×50,000=₹30,000
Combined percentage allocation for Health, Education, and Transportation:
Total Percentage=14%+25%+17%=56%
Total expenditure on these three categories together:
Required Amount=56% of Total Expenditure
Required Amount=
100
56
×30,000=56×300=Rs. 16,800