Question

    P, Q and R together started a business. Four times the investment of P equals five times the investment of Q and the capital of Q is twice that of R. Find the ratio of share of each in the profit.

    A 5:2:4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 4:2:5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 2:4:5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 5:4:2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to the question, => 4P = 5Q => P : Q = 5 : 4 Q’s capital is twice R’s capital. => Q/R = 2/1 => Q : R = 2 : 1 P : Q : R = 5 × 2 : 4 × 2 : 4 × 1 = 5:4:2

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