Q. A, B and C are employed to do a piece of work for Rs. 529. A and C are supposed to finish 19/23 of the work together. How much shall be paid to B?

Explanation:

Wages are proportional to the work done. A and C together complete 19/23 of the work, so B completes the remaining 1 − 19/23 = 4/23.

Hence, B’s share = (4/23) of Rs. 529 = (529 × 4) / 23 = 92. Therefore, B should be paid Rs. 92.