the weights of 3 bags are in the ratio 4 : 5 : 6 . if the sum of the weights of the heaviest and the lightest bag is 45 kg more than the weight of the third bag , what is the weight of the lightest bag ?  Options:
A) 45 kg
B) 38 kg
C) 66 kg
D) 36 kg
E) of these

Rationale: let the weights of the three boys be 4 k , 5 k and 6 k respectively . 4 k + 6 k = 5 k + 45 = > 5 k = 45 = > k = 9 therefore the weight of the lightest boy = 4 k = 4 ( 9 ) = 36 kg . answer : d
Answer: D