Question

    A, B and C enter into a partnership with a capital in

    which A’s contribution is Rs. 18,000. If out of a total profit of Rs. 1200, A gets Rs. 500 and B gets Rs. 400, then C’s capital is:
    A 10400 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 11200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 10600 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 10800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A : B : C = 500 : 400 : 300 = 5:4:3 Let their capitals be 5x, 4x and 3x respectively. Then, 5x = 18000 => x = 3600 C’s capital = 3x = Rs. 10800

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