Question

    A and B together started a business with initial investment in the ratio of 4:5, respectively. The time-period of investment for A and B is in the ratio of 2: 3, respectively. Find the profit share of B, if the profit share of A is Rs. 9000.

    A Rs. 12000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 16875 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 17500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 12500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of the profit share of A to B = (4 × 2): (5 × 3) = 8: 15 Profit share of B = (15/8) × 9000 = Rs. 16875

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