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    Question

    P started a business with an investment of Rs.14000,

    after 6 months Q joined him with Rs.16000 and after another 6 months R joined them with Rs.20000. If after end of two years profit share of Q is Rs.9000, then what is the total profit earned by them?
    A Rs.19200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.21000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.20500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.21750 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of profit share of P, Q and R = 14000 x 24 : 16000 x 18 : 20000 x 6 = 7:12:10 Required amount = 9000 x (29/12) = Rs.21750

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