How much less amount is allocated to A and C together as compared to B, D and E together?

Consider the following data:<br>The budget allocations represented in a pie diagram under five different heads A, B, C, D and E are respectively 40\%, 18\%, 9\%, 25\% and 8\%. The total budget allocation is 300.4 lakhs.

  1. A. 3.004 lakhs
  2. B. 4.005 lakhs
  3. C. 6.008 lakhs
  4. D. 8.010 lakhs

Correct Answer: C. 6.008 lakhs

Explanation

Allocation for A and C = 40\% + 9\% = 49\%. For B, D, and E = 18\% + 25\% + 8\% = 51\%. The difference is 51\% - 49\% = 2\%. The amount is 0.02 \times 300.4 = 6.008 lakhs.

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