GATE 2024 CS (CS1) – Question 4

General Aptitude · Quantitative Aptitude: Arithmetic and Number Computation · 1 mark · Multiple choice

The number of coins of ₹1, ₹5, and ₹10 denominations that a person has are in the ratio 5:3:13. Of the total amount, the percentage of money in ₹5 coins is

21%
$14\frac{2}{7}\%$
10%
30%

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Correct answer: (C) 10%

Explanation

Values: 5×1=5, 3×5=15, 13×10=130; total 150. Share of ₹5 coins = 15/150 = 10%.