Question

    A and B started a business investing Rs. 1500 for ‘x’ months and Rs. 1800 for 10 months, respectively. Out of total profit of Rs. 5000, profit share of B is Rs. 3000. Find the value of x.

    A 8 months Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 5 months Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 7 months Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 3 months Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of profit share of A to B = (1500 × x):(1800 × 10) = x:12 According to question, x/12 = (5000 – 3000)/3000 x/12 = 2/3 x = 2 x 4 x = 8 months

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