The cost of two books is in the ratio 3 : 5. If the cost of each of them increase by Rs. 20, the ratio is altered to 13 : 21. What is the initial cost of the two books?

The cost of two books is in the ratio 3 : 5. If the cost of each of th

1.	The cost of two books is in the ratio 3 : 5. If the cost of each of them increase by Rs. 20, the ratio is altered to 13 : 21. What is the initial cost of the two books?
A.	Rs. 240, Rs. 450
B.	Rs.240, Rs. 400
C.	Rs. 250, Rs. 400
D.	Rs. 280, Rs. 300
Answer» C. Rs. 250, Rs. 400

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