Question

    A, B and C enter into a partnership with a capital in which A’s contribution is Rs. 16,000. If out of a total profit of Rs. 900, A gets Rs. 500 and B gets Rs. 200, then C’s capital is:

    A 6400 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 6800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 6200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 6500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A : B : C = 500 : 200 : 200 = 5:2:2 Let their capitals be 5x, 2x and 2x respectively. Then, 5x = 16000 => x = 3200 C’s capital = 2x = Rs. 6400

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