A sum of Rs. 1521 is lent out in two parts in such a way that the interest on one part at  10% for 5 yr is equal to that of another part at 8% for 10 yr. What will be the two parts of  sum?
(a) Rs.946 and Rs.565
(b) Rs.986 and Rs.515
(c) Rs.956 and Rs.505
(d) Rs.936 and Rs.585
(e) None of the above

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(d) Rs.936 and Rs.585

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