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A and B entered into a business investing Rs. (x + 77) and Rs. (x – 55) respectively. After one year they invested Rs. 40 more and Rs. 159 more respectively. After 2 years, ratio of the profit shares of A to B is 12:7. Find the value of
x.

A 70

B 78

C 77

D 74

E 79

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