Question

    A, B and C enter into a partnership with a capital in which A’s contribution is Rs. 14,000. If out of a total profit of Rs. 900, A gets Rs. 400 and B gets Rs. 200, then C’s capital is:

    A 11300 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 10800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 10200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 10500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A : B : C = 400 : 200 : 300 = 4:2:3 Let their capitals be 4x, 2x and 3x respectively. Then, 4x = 14000 => x = 3500 C’s capital = 3x = Rs. 10500

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