Question

    A and B invest ₹42,000 and ₹36,000 respectively, in

    a business. At the end of the year, they make a profit of ₹87,220. Find B's share in the profit.
    A ₹47,240 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B ₹48,480 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C ₹40,240 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D ₹45,620 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Given: A's investment = ₹42,000 B's investment = ₹36,000 Total profit = ₹87,220 Find the ratio of investments A:B = 42000:36000 = 7:6 Total parts = 7+6=13 B’s share = 6/13 × 87220 = ₹40,240

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