Question

    A, B and C enter into a partnership, A invest X + 6000,

    B invest 5X + 8000 and C invest X + 5000 for one year if B share is 6250 from total profit of 12500 then find the difference between investment of A and B.
    A 7000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 7100 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 7200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Cannot be determined Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to question, (5x + 8000)/(x + 6000 + 5x + 8000 + x + 5000) = 6250/12500 X = 1000 Required difference = 5x + 8000 - x - 6000 = 6000

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