The salaries of A, B, and C are in the ratio of 1 : 2 : 3. The salary of B and C together is Rs. 6000. By what percent is the salary of C more than that of A? Options:
A) 209 %
B) 200 %
C) 290 %
D) 600 %
E) 100 %

Rationale: explanation : let the salaries of a , b , c be x , 2 x and 3 x respectively . then , 2 x + 3 x = 6000 = > x = 1200 . a ' s salary = rs . 1200 , b ' s salary = rs . 2400 , and cs salary rs . 3600 . excess of c ' s salary over a ' s = [ ( 2400 / 1200 ) x 100 ] = 200 % . answer : b ) 200 %
Answer: B