Question

    P, Q and R together started a business. Four times the investment of P equals six 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 2:3:1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 3:2:1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1:2:3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 3:1:2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to the question, => 4P = 6Q => P : Q = 6:4 Q’s capital is twice R’s capital. => Q/R = 2/1 => Q : R = 2 : 1 P : Q : R = 6 × 2 : 4 × 2 : 4 × 1 = 3:2:1

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